- TripBuzz found 102 things to do with kids in or near Pismo Beach, California, including 80 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo, Atascadero and Santa Maria.
- From Sandbar Surf School to Pismo State Beach, the Pismo Beach area offers 59 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Beaches, Surfing Lessons and Bowling.
- A California beach town, Pismo Beach was once a popular place for clamming. Because of its history in clamming, it is sometimes referred to as 'the Clam Capital of the World'. Further, the town hosts an annual Clam Festival with chowders and other clam recipes. Other attractions in the area include beaches, wineries and various boutiques and specialty shops along the boardwalk.
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Margo Dodd Park is a picturesque park located on an oceanside bluff in Pismo Beach. A perfect spot for picnics and scenic walks, the beach offers premier photography opportunities of the rugged coastal terrain and surrounding wildlife.
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Monarch Grove is a butterfly grove in which thousands of orange and black Monarch Butterflies migrate to every winter. Visitors to the grove can watch the butterflies while listening to volunteer docents offering educational talks.
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Showcasing diamond-shaped platforms, the Pismo Pier is one of the most photographed landmarks in Central California. It offers the ideal construction for a pleasant stroll and allows guests to soak in the spectacular views of the surrounding beaches.
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Situated across 11 acres on the ocean front, Dinosaur Caves Park focuses around a central dinosaur-themed children's playground area. The recreation site also has an amphitheater, wedding overlook, walking paths, and off street parking.
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With panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Ebb Tide Park offers visitors a beach for swimming and grass areas for general recreation. The beach is surrounded by cliffs where visitors can enjoy a picnic or simply take in the views.
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Views of the ocean and access to a mile and a half of sandy beach and tidepools are offered at Spyglass Park, which is spread along 4.5 acres. Facilities at the park include a children's playground, an open play grass space, and picnic tables.
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A small neighborhood park, Boosinger Park features ocean views along with a turf area suitable for picnics and other recreational activities. The park also offers benches and a children's playground with swings and play structures.
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Pismo Beach Sports Complex is a 5 1/2 acre site that includes three ball fields and off-street parking. The complex offers a batting cage and bullpen and also offers a summer classic program for young people.
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Complete with dense, scenic nature, the Monarch Butterfly Grove serves as a home for thousands of monarch butterflies each year. The facility hosts several special events throughout the seasons and features numerous walking paths to make it easy to navigate throughout the area.
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The Pismo Beach Surf Shop is an outdoor sporting goods company that offers kayak rentals, surf boarding excursions, kayak tours, and surf lessons. The company also features scuba diving and snorkeling tours.