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Based in San Luis Obispo County, San Luis Obispo Guide is a blog by Nick and Nicole Grant. Their blog explores SLO County through the eyes of two locals featuring images, information, and tips on their favorite experiences, places to eat and drink, and events.

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Have you been to the Scarecrow Festival yet? 🎃

During the month of October, locals and visitors alike can stroll through Cambria, San Simeon, and Harmony, and discover the creative, quirky, and sometimes downright spooky scarecrows lining the streets! The free festival is open to the public every day, and is one of SLO County’s best fall traditions that should not be missed!

🍂 TIPS FOR YOUR VISIT 🍂

📍 WHERE TO FIND THE SCARECROWS:
In Cambria, find the scarecrows in the East and West Villages, and along Burton, Cambria, and Moonstone Drives. More scarecrows can be found in San Simeon and Harmony.

📅 WHEN:
October 1 - 31, 2025

💵 PRICE:
The festival is FREE

🗳️ VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE:
After your visit, don’t forget to vote for your favorite scarecrow at cambriascarecrows.com, and enter to win a free night in Cambria!

👉 NEED MORE INFO?
Follow @cambriascarecrowfestival, and visit cambriascarecrows.com for tips, an interactive map, info on merchandise, how to get in touch with organizers, and more!

#CambriaScarecrowFestival #VisitCambria #SLOCounty #FallOnTheCoast #SanLuisObispoGuide

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Have you been to the Scarecrow Festival yet? 🎃 During the month of October, locals and visitors alike can stroll through Cambria, San Simeon, and Harmony, and discover the creative, quirky, and sometimes downright spooky scarecrows lining the streets! The free festival is open to the public every day, and is one of SLO County’s best fall traditions that should not be missed! 🍂 TIPS FOR YOUR VISIT 🍂 📍 WHERE TO FIND THE SCARECROWS: In Cambria, find the scarecrows in the East and West Villages, and along Burton, Cambria, and Moonstone Drives. More scarecrows can be found in San Simeon and Harmony. 📅 WHEN: October 1 - 31, 2025 💵 PRICE: The festival is FREE 🗳️ VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE: After your visit, don’t forget to vote for your favorite scarecrow at cambriascarecrows.com, and enter to win a free night in Cambria! 👉 NEED MORE INFO? Follow @cambriascarecrowfestival, and visit cambriascarecrows.com for tips, an interactive map, info on merchandise, how to get in touch with organizers, and more! #CambriaScarecrowFestival #VisitCambria #SLOCounty #FallOnTheCoast #SanLuisObispoGuide

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Central Coast beauty meets Feature Friday with @central_coast_art 🌺

Nathan Campbell is a talented photographer with a passion for capturing the beauty of the Central Coast. His feed is filled with stunning shots from across SLO County—like this gorgeous view of Shell Beach.

We’ll be sharing more of Nathan’s work in the coming months, but in the meantime be sure to follow him at @central_coast_art , and check out his Etsy shop (@cntrlstudio) to see more of his incredible images.

📸 @central_coast_art ⬅️ follow him!!

⭐ Feature Friday & Sunday Spotlight ⭐

Every week we share two amazing SLO County photographers. Want to be featured? Just:

1️⃣ Tag us in your photo
2️⃣ Or send us a DM

🙌 We’ll reach out if your photo is selected!

#centralcoastart #nathancampbell #shellbeach #landscapephotography #sanluisobispoguide

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Central Coast beauty meets Feature Friday with @central_coast_art 🌺 Nathan Campbell is a talented photographer with a passion for capturing the beauty of the Central Coast. His feed is filled with stunning shots from across SLO County—like this gorgeous view of Shell Beach. We’ll be sharing more of Nathan’s work in the coming months, but in the meantime be sure to follow him at @central_coast_art , and check out his Etsy shop (@cntrlstudio) to see more of his incredible images. 📸 @central_coast_art ⬅️ follow him!! ⭐ Feature Friday & Sunday Spotlight ⭐ Every week we share two amazing SLO County photographers. Want to be featured? Just: 1️⃣ Tag us in your photo 2️⃣ Or send us a DM 🙌 We’ll reach out if your photo is selected! #centralcoastart #nathancampbell #shellbeach #landscapephotography #sanluisobispoguide

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Our favorite trails always lead back to the beach 💛

☀️ TRAIL ☀️
Meadow Creek Boardwalk & Grover Beach Dunes

📍TRAILHEAD 📍
Parking Lot behind Fin’s Seafood | 25 W Grand Avenue, Pismo Beach, CA

🥾LENGTH 🥾
Boardwalk Trail: 1.2 Miles (from Trailhead to Monarch Butterfly Grove)
Extra distance can be added by exploring the nearby dunes!

〽️ ELEVATION 〽️
Mostly Flat

↩️TYPE ↪️
Out & Back

💡PRO TIPS 💡
🧡 This is a great hike to plan for the whole family in late October or early November when the Monarch Butterflies begin to arrive
🅿️ Parking is difficult to find near the Monarch Butterfly Grove - we highly recommend parking near Fin’s to easily find a spot
🚶🏽‍➡️ The trail is mostly flat on the boardwalk, but some sections are hard-packed dirt
😎 At the beginning of the Eucalyptus trees leading to the Monarch Butterfly Grove, turn west and climb the dunes for some incredible views and playtime in the trees!

#hikingslocounty #meadowcreek #pismobeach #pismo #getoutside #sanluisobispoguide

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Our favorite trails always lead back to the beach 💛 ☀️ TRAIL ☀️ Meadow Creek Boardwalk & Grover Beach Dunes 📍TRAILHEAD 📍 Parking Lot behind Fin’s Seafood | 25 W Grand Avenue, Pismo Beach, CA 🥾LENGTH 🥾 Boardwalk Trail: 1.2 Miles (from Trailhead to Monarch Butterfly Grove) Extra distance can be added by exploring the nearby dunes! 〽️ ELEVATION 〽️ Mostly Flat ↩️TYPE ↪️ Out & Back 💡PRO TIPS 💡 🧡 This is a great hike to plan for the whole family in late October or early November when the Monarch Butterflies begin to arrive 🅿️ Parking is difficult to find near the Monarch Butterfly Grove - we highly recommend parking near Fin’s to easily find a spot 🚶🏽‍➡️ The trail is mostly flat on the boardwalk, but some sections are hard-packed dirt 😎 At the beginning of the Eucalyptus trees leading to the Monarch Butterfly Grove, turn west and climb the dunes for some incredible views and playtime in the trees! #hikingslocounty #meadowcreek #pismobeach #pismo #getoutside #sanluisobispoguide

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🍂 Autumn is here, and so are the festivals—here are three local favorites you won’t want to miss!

🎃 CAMBRIA SCARECROW FESTIVAL 🎃
This October, over 200 whimsical scarecrows bring Cambria’s artistic spirit to life from the East and West Villages to Moonstone Beach and San Simeon!
October 1 - 31, 2025
Cambria & San Simeon, CA
🧐 Want more info? Follow @cambriascarecrowfestival

🧙 WITCHES & WARLOCKS PADDLE 🧙
Grab your broomstick and join the fun on Oct. 25th, 2025, for the Annual Witches & Warlocks Paddle in Morro Bay! 🧙‍♀️🧙‍♂️ Dress in your favorite witch or warlock costume and meet us at Coleman Park for a spook-tacular afternoon on the water!
October 25, 2025
Morro Bay, CA
🧐 Want more info? Follow @morrobayca

🎡 ATASCADERO FALL FESTIVAL 🎡
The 5th Annual Atascadero Fall Fest hits Sunken Gardens Nov. 14–16 with FREE admission. Enjoy rides, games, vendors, breweries, live music, and family fun all weekend long!
November 14 - 16, 2025
Atascadero, CA
🧐 Want more info? Follow @visitatascadero

#cambria #scarecrowfestival #morrobayca #visitatascadero #sanluisobispoguide

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🍂 Autumn is here, and so are the festivals—here are three local favorites you won’t want to miss! 🎃 CAMBRIA SCARECROW FESTIVAL 🎃 This October, over 200 whimsical scarecrows bring Cambria’s artistic spirit to life from the East and West Villages to Moonstone Beach and San Simeon! October 1 - 31, 2025 Cambria & San Simeon, CA 🧐 Want more info? Follow @cambriascarecrowfestival 🧙 WITCHES & WARLOCKS PADDLE 🧙 Grab your broomstick and join the fun on Oct. 25th, 2025, for the Annual Witches & Warlocks Paddle in Morro Bay! 🧙‍♀️🧙‍♂️ Dress in your favorite witch or warlock costume and meet us at Coleman Park for a spook-tacular afternoon on the water! October 25, 2025 Morro Bay, CA 🧐 Want more info? Follow @morrobayca 🎡 ATASCADERO FALL FESTIVAL 🎡 The 5th Annual Atascadero Fall Fest hits Sunken Gardens Nov. 14–16 with FREE admission. Enjoy rides, games, vendors, breweries, live music, and family fun all weekend long! November 14 - 16, 2025 Atascadero, CA 🧐 Want more info? Follow @visitatascadero #cambria #scarecrowfestival #morrobayca #visitatascadero #sanluisobispoguide

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Sometimes the best adventures are found on the hidden paths waiting to be explored 🍃

🌳 ELFIN FOREST 🌳

📍TRAILHEAD 📍
11th - 17th Street & Santa Ysabel, Los Osos
♿ Handicap Entrance on 16th

🥾LENGTH 🥾
1 Mile

〽️ ELEVATION 〽️
62’

↩️TYPE ↪️
Loop

💡PRO TIPS 💡
🤩 The best views can be found at the lookout point at the westernmost point of the Ridge Trail, and from Siena’s View
👀 Make sure to find the hidden bench in the Pygmy Oaks
🦮 Dogs on Leash OK
🚵‍♂️ Biking Not Allowed
👍 Good for All Ages

#elfinforest #morrobay #lososos #getoutside #sanluisobispoguide #hikersofinstagram

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Sometimes the best adventures are found on the hidden paths waiting to be explored 🍃 🌳 ELFIN FOREST 🌳 📍TRAILHEAD 📍 11th - 17th Street & Santa Ysabel, Los Osos ♿ Handicap Entrance on 16th 🥾LENGTH 🥾 1 Mile 〽️ ELEVATION 〽️ 62’ ↩️TYPE ↪️ Loop 💡PRO TIPS 💡 🤩 The best views can be found at the lookout point at the westernmost point of the Ridge Trail, and from Siena’s View 👀 Make sure to find the hidden bench in the Pygmy Oaks 🦮 Dogs on Leash OK 🚵‍♂️ Biking Not Allowed 👍 Good for All Ages #elfinforest #morrobay #lososos #getoutside #sanluisobispoguide #hikersofinstagram

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As part of our Feature Friday series, today we’re featuring photographer @timelessfotosbymelissa Melissa Flickinger may be an English teacher for the Paso Robles School District by day, but her ability to tell a story isn’t limited to the words on the page! Melissa is also an incredibly talented professional photographer based right here on the central coast. As a native to the Central Coast, her passion is landscape photography (or fotography as Melissa would spell it!), but is also especially talented at capturing those important moments and milestones in her clients’ lives. To see more of Melissa’s portfolio make sure to check out her profile at @timelessfotosbymelissa, and follow her while you’re there! 📸 @timelessfotosbymelissa ⬅️⬅️⬅️ follow her!!! ⭐🌇⭐ Feature Friday & Sunset Sunday ⭐🌇⭐ Every week we feature two photographers who have taken exceptional pics of SLO County, and are always looking for more great images to share! If you’d like us to consider your photo to feature as part of our series: 1️⃣ Tag us in the photo - OR - 2️⃣ Send us a DM 🙌 We’ll follow up if your photo is selected, and feature you in one of our upcoming posts #timelessfotosbymelissa #sanluisobispoguide #landscapephotography #morrorock

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Fall is almost upon us, and it’s the perfect time to get outside! 🥾

⛰️TRAIL ⛰️
Black Hill via Exercise Trail

📍TRAILHEAD 📍
Morro Bay State Park Campground, State Park Road, Morro Bay, CA

🥾LENGTH 🥾
2.6 Miles

〽️ ELEVATION 〽️
680’

↩️TYPE ↪️
Out & Back

💡PRO TIPS 💡
🦮 Dogs on Leash OK
🪲 Watch out for ticks and mosquitos!
⏰ Short on time, but still want to hike? Park at the trailhead at Black Mountain Road (by the golf course) and hike the last .5 mile to the top!

#morrobay #morrobayca #getoutside #hikingviews #sanluisobispoguide

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Fall is almost upon us, and it’s the perfect time to get outside! 🥾 ⛰️TRAIL ⛰️ Black Hill via Exercise Trail 📍TRAILHEAD 📍 Morro Bay State Park Campground, State Park Road, Morro Bay, CA 🥾LENGTH 🥾 2.6 Miles 〽️ ELEVATION 〽️ 680’ ↩️TYPE ↪️ Out & Back 💡PRO TIPS 💡 🦮 Dogs on Leash OK 🪲 Watch out for ticks and mosquitos! ⏰ Short on time, but still want to hike? Park at the trailhead at Black Mountain Road (by the golf course) and hike the last .5 mile to the top! #morrobay #morrobayca #getoutside #hikingviews #sanluisobispoguide

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🛑 CONTEST CLOSED

🥳 Congrats @timinglish !! You just won 2 WERKEND PASSES to @whalerockmusicfestival !!!
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To enter the giveaway all you have to do is:
1️⃣ Follow @sanluisobispoguide
2️⃣ Follow @whalerockmusicfestival
3️⃣ Follow @castorocellars
4️⃣ Tag the friend you want to bring with you to the show!

👉 Multiple entries OK by tagging a different friend in each comment
📱 5 extra entries if you share to your stories!

⏰ Enter by midnight Sunday, September 7 for your chance to win!

🥳 Winner will be announced Monday, September 8

‼️ Only @sanluisobispoguide will follow up with you about this giveaway. Any other account is SPAM!

🐳 ABOUT WHALE ROCK 🐳
Whale Rock Music & Arts Festival has been celebrating community, art, and dam fine wines since 2013. Originally known as Beaverstock, the festival began as a rockin’ 30th anniversary party for Castoro Cellars. The event was such a huge success that the Udsen family decided to host the event again…and again…and again! 12 years later the festival is now known as Whale Rock (after the Usden’s Whale Rock Vineyard), but the soul and spirit of that first festival still lives on in the support and celebration of our community and some dam fine wines.

🤘FESTIVAL DATES & LOCATION 🤘
September 13 - 24, 2025
Castoro Cellars
1315 N Bethel Rd, Templeton, CA

🤷WHAT IS THERE TO DO AT WHALEROCK 🤷
🎙️ Check out some great bands! This year Whale Rock is hosting 19 bands over 2 days on 2 stages
🧘 Find your zen at one of the yoga sessions taking place over the weekend
🎨 Become inspired by the artists at the co-lab
🐳 Bring the kids! Whale Rock is 100% a kid friendly festival with a dedicated “Kit’s Corner” kid area featuring face painting, tie dying, games, magic, arts and crafts, and more!

🎧LISTEN 🎧
Check out all the great bands performing at this year’s fest on the Whale Rock Music & Arts Festival 2025 Official Playlist on Spotify!

📸 @whalerockmusicfestival

#whalerockmusicfestival #wrmf2025 #damfinewines #castorocellars #sanluisobispoguide #travelpaso

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🛑 CONTEST CLOSED 🥳 Congrats @timinglish !! You just won 2 WERKEND PASSES to @whalerockmusicfestival !!! ……………………………………………………… To enter the giveaway all you have to do is: 1️⃣ Follow @sanluisobispoguide 2️⃣ Follow @whalerockmusicfestival 3️⃣ Follow @castorocellars 4️⃣ Tag the friend you want to bring with you to the show! 👉 Multiple entries OK by tagging a different friend in each comment 📱 5 extra entries if you share to your stories! ⏰ Enter by midnight Sunday, September 7 for your chance to win! 🥳 Winner will be announced Monday, September 8 ‼️ Only @sanluisobispoguide will follow up with you about this giveaway. Any other account is SPAM! 🐳 ABOUT WHALE ROCK 🐳 Whale Rock Music & Arts Festival has been celebrating community, art, and dam fine wines since 2013. Originally known as Beaverstock, the festival began as a rockin’ 30th anniversary party for Castoro Cellars. The event was such a huge success that the Udsen family decided to host the event again…and again…and again! 12 years later the festival is now known as Whale Rock (after the Usden’s Whale Rock Vineyard), but the soul and spirit of that first festival still lives on in the support and celebration of our community and some dam fine wines. 🤘FESTIVAL DATES & LOCATION 🤘 September 13 - 24, 2025 Castoro Cellars 1315 N Bethel Rd, Templeton, CA 🤷WHAT IS THERE TO DO AT WHALEROCK 🤷 🎙️ Check out some great bands! This year Whale Rock is hosting 19 bands over 2 days on 2 stages 🧘 Find your zen at one of the yoga sessions taking place over the weekend 🎨 Become inspired by the artists at the co-lab 🐳 Bring the kids! Whale Rock is 100% a kid friendly festival with a dedicated “Kit’s Corner” kid area featuring face painting, tie dying, games, magic, arts and crafts, and more! 🎧LISTEN 🎧 Check out all the great bands performing at this year’s fest on the Whale Rock Music & Arts Festival 2025 Official Playlist on Spotify! 📸 @whalerockmusicfestival #whalerockmusicfestival #wrmf2025 #damfinewines #castorocellars #sanluisobispoguide #travelpaso

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Looking for something a little different to do this 4th of July weekend? 🎆🥃 Head over to Bethel Road Distillery in Templeton—where craft spirits, live music, and local roots come together for a truly memorable Central Coast experience.

Located just across the road from @castorocellars, @bethelrddistillery is a small-batch distillery creating artisan brandies, grappas, and craft spirits with the same passion and quality that’s made Castoro’s wines so beloved. The connection isn’t just geographic—the Udsen family runs both, with a long-standing dedication to creativity, craftsmanship, and community.

Every Saturday from 1–4 PM, the Bethel Road patio also comes alive with live music. It’s the perfect way to spend a sunny afternoon: sipping a spirit, kicking back with friends, and soaking in some tunes. Whether you’re a fan of brandy, gin, grappa, or the local music scene, there’s something here for everyone.

The Udsen have been champions of live music for decades—including founding the @whalerockmusicfestival, a two-day celebration of music, art, and local flavor happening September 13-14 at Castoro Cellars. And yes—you’ll find Bethel Road Distillery pouring at the festival, so if you don’t make it this weekend, you’ll have another chance to sip their craft spirits while dancing in the vines! 🐳🤘

Cheers to doing something a little unexpected this holiday weekend, and see you at Bethel Road.

🧐 Learn more about how to visit, location and hours, and getting tickets to Whale Rock by following @bethelrddistillery , @castorocellars, and @whalerockmusicfestival

#bethelrddistillery #castorocellars #whalerockmusicfestival #wrmf #damfinewines #sanluisobispoguide #travelpaso

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Looking for something a little different to do this 4th of July weekend? 🎆🥃 Head over to Bethel Road Distillery in Templeton—where craft spirits, live music, and local roots come together for a truly memorable Central Coast experience. Located just across the road from @castorocellars, @bethelrddistillery is a small-batch distillery creating artisan brandies, grappas, and craft spirits with the same passion and quality that’s made Castoro’s wines so beloved. The connection isn’t just geographic—the Udsen family runs both, with a long-standing dedication to creativity, craftsmanship, and community. Every Saturday from 1–4 PM, the Bethel Road patio also comes alive with live music. It’s the perfect way to spend a sunny afternoon: sipping a spirit, kicking back with friends, and soaking in some tunes. Whether you’re a fan of brandy, gin, grappa, or the local music scene, there’s something here for everyone. The Udsen have been champions of live music for decades—including founding the @whalerockmusicfestival, a two-day celebration of music, art, and local flavor happening September 13-14 at Castoro Cellars. And yes—you’ll find Bethel Road Distillery pouring at the festival, so if you don’t make it this weekend, you’ll have another chance to sip their craft spirits while dancing in the vines! 🐳🤘 Cheers to doing something a little unexpected this holiday weekend, and see you at Bethel Road. 🧐 Learn more about how to visit, location and hours, and getting tickets to Whale Rock by following @bethelrddistillery , @castorocellars, and @whalerockmusicfestival #bethelrddistillery #castorocellars #whalerockmusicfestival #wrmf #damfinewines #sanluisobispoguide #travelpaso

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