San Simeon State Park

If you have never seen wild seals before, great spot with tons of harbor seals and elephant seals basking in the sun. I found it to be delightful
If you have never seen wild seals before, great spot with tons of harbor seals and elephant seals basking in the sun. I found it to be delightful
If you're travelling the California coast around San Luis Obispo stop on the highway and experience this Elephant Seal Sanctuary. The Elephant Seals come ashore and sun themselves. It's a spectacular and natural way to view them. It's well worth the stop. #california #nature #beach #nikon
We stopped for just an hour at Moonstone Beach, which was aptly named! It was quite windy, but the kids had fun chasing the birds as I hunted for moonstones.
Most beautiful water I have seen

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Los Angeles Deluxe Suites - 2 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms

Los Angeles Deluxe Suites - 2 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms

4.5 out of 5
Hollywood
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Tokyo (TYO) to Los Angeles (LAX)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (80 reviews)
We loved our stay here! Having an apartment was home away from home. Quiet neighborhood, close to everything. Comfy beds are hard to find and i was very pleased. Host was quick to respond.

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Terranea Resort

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Osaka (OSA) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Beautiful property. Excellent staff and customer service. Love this place

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Oceana Santa Monica, LXR Hotels & Resorts

5 out of 5
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (480 reviews)
Very Clean very luxurious the pool area is amazing and staff are very friendly highly recommend and the location is priceless super central to all things Santa Monica

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Reviews of San Simeon State Park

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Book in advance and include the Grand Rooms tour!

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And San Simeon Cove

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Elephant seals during mating season near San Simeon, California, USA

San Simeon Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit San Simeon Nature Preserve during your travels to Cambria. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

San Simeon Nature Preserve
Beach, Leffingwell Landing

Leffingwell Landing

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Leffingwell Landing and enjoy the surfing in Cambria. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Leffingwell Landing
Moonstone Beach in California with wooden walkway along the beach at midday.

Moonstone Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Moonstone Beach during your trip to Cambria? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Moonstone Beach
We stopped for just an hour at Moonstone Beach, which was aptly named! It was quite windy, but the kids had fun chasing the birds as I hunted for moonstones.

Santa Rosa Creek Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Santa Rosa Creek Nature Preserve during your travels to Cambria. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

Santa Rosa Creek Nature Preserve
Moonstone Beach Park which includes a sandy beach and a park

Moonstone Beach Park

4.5/5(903 reviews)

Spend a leisurely day on this rugged and wild stretch of beach, where the sand glitters with shiny round moonstones and the boardwalk promises staggering views.

Moonstone Beach Park
The Nitt Witt mansion as seen from the road upon entrance to the home

Nitt Witt Ridge

4/5(80 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Cambria with a stop at Nitt Witt Ridge. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the surfing spots.

Nitt Witt Ridge

Best Lodging Options Near San Simeon State Park

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

3.5 out of 5
9415 Hearst Drive San Simeon CA
Cavalier Oceanfront Resort
Cambria Pines Lodge

Cambria Pines Lodge

3 out of 5
2905 Burton Dr Cambria CA
Cambria Pines Lodge
Oceanpoint Ranch

Oceanpoint Ranch

3.5 out of 5
7200 Moonstone Beach Dr Cambria CA
Oceanpoint Ranch
Pelican Inn & Suites

Pelican Inn & Suites

3 out of 5
6316 Moonstone Beach Dr Cambria CA
Pelican Inn & Suites
Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach

3 out of 5
6700 Moonstone Beach Drive Cambria CA
Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach
Castle Inn

Castle Inn

3 out of 5
6620 Moonstone Beach Dr Cambria CA
Castle Inn
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

Quality Inn near Hearst Castle

2.5 out of 5
9260 Castillo Drive San Simeon CA
Quality Inn near Hearst Castle
FogCatcher Inn

FogCatcher Inn

3 out of 5
6400 Moonstone Beach Dr Cambria CA
FogCatcher Inn
Silver Surf Motel

Silver Surf Motel

2 out of 5
9390 Castillo Dr San Simeon CA
Silver Surf Motel
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