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Boat "Living My Dream" on Embarcadero in Morro Bay California

Morro Bay and the area around Morro Rock provide great scenery and lots of fun activities. The protected harbor offers a popular port for fisihng boats and people that enjoy sailing along the California coast. The owner iof the yacht is living his dream n Morro Bay - you might want to as well.

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

Morro Rock at Sunset in Morro Bay California

Morro Rock is always beautiful - by day and night. Watch the colors as the sun sets in the West over the Pacific Ocean. This extinct volcano was known as the Gibralter of the Pacific and was a landmark for early sailors. Now it is a protected bird sanctuary and focal point for millions of photographers and painters.

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

Breeching Whale in Morro Bay California

This spectacular shot was shot in 2006 of a breeching whale in front of Morro Rock. Morro Bay is along the migratory path for blue whales and gray whales. It has also been rated one of the top ten bird-watching sites in the United States. High resolution prints of this photo may be purchased from the photographer - greggblasingame@yahoo.com.

Credits: Gregg Blasingame / San Luis Obispo County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Morro Bay Golf Course in Morro Bay California

Sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean make Morro Bay a "must play" on the Central Coast. Natural beauty and greens that test your imagination make this course a treasure for all skill levels. 18 holes, par 71. This county-owned course is surprisingly affordable.

Credits: San Luis Obispo County VCB / Morro Bay Golf Course

Red Kayaks and Morro Rock in Morro Bay California

Kayaking is popular in SLO County. The protected waters of the Morro Bay harbor are among the calmest. Kayaking in this area alos offers many outstanding views of Morro Rock, the first of the "Seven Sisters" chain of extinct volcanoes that stretch to the city of San Luis Obispo.

Credits: Dave Kastner / SLO County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Farmers Market in Morro Bay California

Most towns of any size in SLO County has one Farmers Market every week. Morro Bay is one of the lucky cities that has two every week. Enjoy farm-fresh floweres, fruits and vegetables. Often, you can even find locally caught fish.

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

Red Kayaks on the Dunes of Morro Bay California

Morro Bay is a photographer's dream. Blue sky. Blue water. Fishing Boats. Kayaks. Extinct volcanoes....

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

At Play on Morro Strand State Beach in Morro Bay California

Morro Bay offers a wonderful beach to play on. Swim, wade, boogy board, surf... This photo was taken at the base of the famous Morro Rock, a defunct volcano that produced what is known as the "Gibralter of the Pacific", and is now a bird sanctuary.

Credits: San Luis Obispo County VCB / Dave Kastner

Wedding and Reception aboard the Chablis in Morro Bay CA

For a truly unique expereince, get married and have your reception aboard ship in Morro Bay. This one is aboard the Chablis, which cruises the calm waters of the harbor. So have a true shipboard romance...

Credits: Chablis / San Lus Obispo County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Fishing Boats at Dusk in Morro Bay California

The harbor in Morro Bay is a great spot to take photos, board a charter boat, or dine at one of the many restaurants. You can also find wonderful art gallereis and boutiques on the nearby Embarcadero. This is also the site of annual Morro Bay Harbor Festival (held in October), which offers wine tasting and top entertainment.

Credits: San Luis Obispo County VCB

Kayaks and Morro Rock in Morro Bay California

Morro Bay is a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts. Paddle a kayak in the beautiful harbor and estuary, explore the nearby dunes, sail your boat, whale watching, fishing, bird watching, swimming.... The list of fun things to do is endless.

Credits: San Luis Obispo County VCB / Dave Kastner

Sailboats, Dunes and Morro Rock in Morro Bay California

Morro Rock, the near by dunes, harbor and estuary are beautiful to look at and a year-round attraction to visitors.

Credits: San Luis Obispo County VCB / Dave Kastner

Wedding above the Pacific Ocean in Morro Bay CA

You too could have a truly memorable and beautiful wedding overlooking the Pacific Ocean. This photo shows a wedding reception being prepared at the famous Inn at Morro Bay.

Credits: Inn at Morro Bay / San Luis Obispo County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Dine by the Beach in Morro Bay California

Enjoy the local wines, fine dining and incredible views that abound throughout the county. Whether you're a "beach" person or not, we're likely to have what you desire. This photo was taken at a small restuarant on the Embarcadero.

Credits: San Luis Obispo County VCB

Family Surrey in Morro Bay California

Rent a surrey (with a fringe on top) and pedal around the Embarcadero and Morro Rock. Stop for ice cream, go play in the sand or get your feet in the ocean. Great family fun.

Credits: San Luis Obispo County VCB

Shopping on the Embarcadero in Morro Bay California

Shopping is fun anywhere, but where else can you find wonderful stores, art galleries and boutiques next to the beautiful Pacific Ocean? Several excellent restaurants can also be found.

Credits: San Luis Obispo County VCB / Tim Olson

Sand Dunes in Morro Bay California

Just minutes from the town and harbor of Morro Bay are sand dunes that make you think you're in the middle of the Sahara Desert. But you're only a brief walk from the Pacific Ocean. These fascinating dunes have been used as stand-in for deserts for many commercials and movies.

Credits: Dave Kastner / SLO County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Chess in the Park on the Embarcadero in Morro Bay California

The county offers fun events for the whole family. Play life size chess near the ocean, play in the waves, look at the seals and sea elephants, build castles in the sand...
This large chess board is right on the Embarcadero in downtown Morro Bay.

Credits: San Luis Obispo County VCB

View of Morro Rock in Morro Bay CA

Another beautiful view of Morro Rock, also known as the Gibralter of the Pacific. Great place for sailing, kayaking, bird watching and much more. There is also a wonderful beach on the other side of "The Rock".

Credits: San Luis Obispo County VCB

Morning Kayakers in Morro Bay California

Enjoy a quiet kayak tour of the Morro Bay estuary. You feel like your in another world, though you're only minutes from the bustling fishing village.

Credits: Dave Kastner / SLO County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Famous Morro Rock in Morro Bay California

The county offers great wines, great locally produced food, and great views. "Morro Rock" is one of the "seven sisters" - scenic defunct volcanos stretching for 20 miles. It is also known as the "Gibralter of the Pacific" and was a well known identifying landmark for sailors.

Credits: San Luis Obispo County VCB

Kissing the Bride at Sunset in Morro Bay California

There are so many places to take romantic photos ion SLO County, that many couples marry here as well. And what's more romantic than a kiss a sunset with your new partner?

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

Windy Cove Kayaker in Morro Bay California

You think you're in another world, but you're close to the Natural History Museum, the Morro Bay Golf Course and the harbor and village of Morro Bay.

Credits: Dave Kastner / SLO County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Sand Dunes and Hollister Peak in Morro Bay California

The foreground makes you think you're in the Saraha desert, the background is of an extinct volcano known as Hollister Peak. (Hollister Peak is one of the Seven Sisters of extinct volcanos found between Morro Bay and the city of San Luis Obispo.)

Credits: Dave Kastner / SLO County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Colorful Kayaker with Morro Rock in Morro Bay California

Colorful Kays, blue sky, Morro Rock, fishing boats - Morro Bay provides a photographer's dream location.

Credits: Dave Kastner / SLO County Visitors & Conference Bureau

Pacific Ocean from the Dunes in Morro Bay California

This narrow stretch of sandy dunes is part of a state park and protects the Morro Bay harbor from the Pacific Ocean. This secluded section is only reachable by kayak from Morro Bay or by walking miles from the beginning of Montana de Oro State Park in Los Osos.

Credits: Dave Kastner / SLO County Visitors & Conference Bureau

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