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Central California

When people think of California, often it’s only in terms of northern and southern. While both areas have much to recommend, you’re missing a rich adventure by passing through Central California without stopping! Skip out on some of the biggest crowds in the state’s most well-known spots and find something off the radar. Whether you’re looking for hikes, aquariums, or castles, Central California is worth taking the time to explore. Here are some of our favorite spots.

San Simeon Point Trail on the Central CA Coast
Central California | Hikes | Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Stops

San Simeon Point Trail on the Central CA Coast

Thomas Hill Organics: Great Brunch in Paso Robles
Central California | Food

Thomas Hill Organics: Great Brunch in Paso Robles

Central Coast Trail Rides in Paso Robles / Creston
Adventures | Central California

Central Coast Trail Rides in Paso Robles / Creston

Horsetail Ranch: A Luxury Vacation Rental in Creston, Near Paso Robles
Central California | Hotels

Horsetail Ranch: A Luxury Vacation Rental in Creston, Near Paso Robles

Carrizo Plain National Monument: Soda Lake, Finding Wildflowers & Exploring the Park
Central California | National Parks | Natural Wonders

Carrizo Plain National Monument: Soda Lake, Finding Wildflowers & Exploring the Park

Knapps Castle: Hiking Santa Barbara’s Famous Mansion Ruins (Closed)
Abandoned | Central California | Hikes | Historical Structures

Knapps Castle: Hiking Santa Barbara’s Famous Mansion Ruins (Closed)

Point Castillo Walk in the Santa Barbara Harbor
Central California | Hikes

Point Castillo Walk in the Santa Barbara Harbor

Los Agaves: Santa Barbara’s Best Mexican Restaurant
Central California | Food

Los Agaves: Santa Barbara’s Best Mexican Restaurant

Maritime Museum in the Santa Barbara Harbor
Central California | Museums

Maritime Museum in the Santa Barbara Harbor

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