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Concert during Farmers Market in Avila Beach CA

Avila Beach holds a very popular Farmers Market every Friday afternoon from late April thru late May. Great food, great ocean views, and great free music. Join in the fun!

Credits: Dave Kastner / San Luis Obispo County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Avila Lighthouse in Avila Beach California

The Avila Beach Lighthouse - officially known as the Point San Luis Lighthouse - was originally built in 1890 as a both a lighthouse and as a 3-bedroom house for the Head Lightkeeper. Now being restored to its original condition.

Credits: Dave Kastner / SLO County Visitors & Conference Bureau

View of Pismo Beach from Avila Beach California

This view form a promontory point between Pismo Beach and Avila Beach gives you stunning views of both towns, as well as the Pacific Ocean between. The secluded nude beach of "Pirates Cove" is to the left.

Credits: Dave Kastner / San Luis Obispo County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Farmers Market on the Promenade in Downtown Avila Beach California

A Friday afternoon Farmers Market is held downtown from late April to late October. Fresh local produce and often locally caught fish. Outdoor food stands. Often there is live entertainment - all while you're enjoying the great views of the beach and ocean.

Credits: Dave Kastner / SLO County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Kids Biking Along the Bob Jones Trail In Avila Beach California

The Bob Jones Trail is a popular biking, jogging and dog-walking paved path in Avila Beach. It runs through woods, alongside rock outcroppings, crosses a small creek and finishes at a beautiful golf course. The trail is relatively flat and about 2 1/2 miles long.

There is a large parking lot at one end (with wine tasting room next door), a charming beach-front small town at the other end (with several great restaurants and delis) and even a small deli about half way along.

Many serious bikers use the Bob Jones Trail as a turnaround / rest break for longer bike rides along the coast. The Bob Jones Bike Trail connects to the Pacific Coast Bike Trail on Ontario Road.

Credits: Dave Kastner / San Luis Obispo County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Avila Beach Golf Resort in Avila Beach California

Serene tidal estuaries, oak-lined valleys and panoramic ocean views create the backdrop for two distinct nines, offering golfers of all levels a picturesque and memorable golf challenge. 18 holes, par 71

Credits: San Luis Obispo County VCB / Avila Beach Golf Resort

Fruit Stand in Avila Beach California

There are many fruit and vegetable stands in San Luis Obispo County. This was taken at one of the larger ones, and offers a petting zoo. In October it offers a hayride to its nearby pumpkin patch.

Credits: San Luis Obispo County VCB / Dave Kastner

Avila Harbor and Piers from Pecho Trail in Avila Beach California

Early morning shot showing the Cal Poly pier, the town of Avila Beach and the main Avila Pier in the distance.

Credits: Dave Kastner / SLO County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Ocean View from Avila Lighthouse in Avila Beach California

Taken from the bluffs above the Avila Lighthouse, the rugged beauty of this part of the San Luis Obispo County coastline shows why the lighhouse was necessary.

Credits: Dave Kastner / SLO County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Jogging Along Bob Jones Trail in Avila Beach California

Popular with bikers, the Bob Jones Trail is a bike path also used by joggers and others. There is a large parking lot with restrooms at one end, and the small charming town of Avila Beach at the other end. In between is a paved path about 2 1/2 miles long - offering woods, creeks, a golf course, and stone outcroppings.

Credits: Dave Kastner / San Luis Obispo County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Flowers at Retail Stand in Avila Beach California

San Luis Obispo County offers charming fruit, vegetable and flower stands. Much of what they sell is produced locally by the many farmers still active in the area - many of them for generations.

Credits: San Luis Obispo County VCB / Dave Kastner

Golf Paradise in Avila Beach California

Golf inland or right on the ocean - golf courses to tempt players of all interests. Many hotels offer special Golf Packages - check "Go SLO Deals" for current offerings. There is also a "Golf Trail" photo tour of the county golf courses.

Credits: San Luis Obispo County VCB

Wedding on the Sand in Avila Beach California

If a beach wedding is what your heart desires, charming Avila Beach should be near the top of your list of places to consider. Easy beach access, lots of parking, great sunny weather and gorgeous views. Perfect place for a perfect day...

Credits: Ron Bianchetto ~ Cambria Coast Weddings / SLO County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Breakwater from Avila Lighthouse in Avila Beach California

Photo taken from the front of the Avila Beach Lighthouse. The Federal Breakwater is visible in the distance and the harbor and town of Avila Beach are to the left.

Credits: Dave Kastner / SLO County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Breakwater for Avila Beach California

Beautiful ocean views and Federal Breakwater built around 1900 to protect the harbor. Sandy beach is only reachable by kayak.

Credits: Dave Kastner / SLO County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Spiral Art in Downtown Avila Beach California

Downtown Avila Beach has been completely spiffed up with a great pedestrian zone and public art. New restaurants, stores, weekly Farmers Market in spring-fall, and much more.

Credits: Jonni Biaggini / San Luis Obispo County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Downtown Pedestrian Zone in Avila Beach California

Hard to believe that beach towns like this still exist in California... A great beach next to a very quiet pedestiran area and a small town where people will actually say hello to you as you stroll along.

Credits: Jonni Biaggini / SanLuis Obispo County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Harford Pier in Avila Beach California

Hard to believe that you are in the same state as Los Angeles and San Francisco with this early morning view of tranquil Avila Harbor and the Harford Pier. The town of Pismo Beach is at the base of the hills in the distance.

The Harford Pier was built in 1873 by Captain John Harford for the loading and unloading of boat passengers and cargo, using a horse-drawn railway, when this harbor served as the main port for San Luis Obispo County. It now offers great views of the local town, cruise boats, seals, and a popular local restaurant.

Credits: Dave Kastner / SLO County Visitors & Conference Bureau

The "Art on the Beach" Show in Avila Beach California

Every Sunday afternoon from late April to the Sunday after Thanksgiving, enjoy seeing (and buying) art from local artists. Many artists will actually be painting the beautiful scene - beaches, pier, strollers, charming buildings, hills etc. while you're there.

Credits: Dave Kastner / SLO County Visitors & Conference Bureau

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