Where is pescadero california

Be sure to wear sunscreen as there is no shade in the parking lot. This small market made a name for themselves with their Artichoke Garlic bread and sandwiches. You can expect to find a line of people waiting for the hot Artichoke Garlic bread that they make throughout the day. However, my experience was quite pleasant. She then directs you to the back of the market if you want a sandwich or to the register at the front for bread.

I waited maybe 10 minutes all together before walking out with a piping hot loaf of Artichoke Garlic Bread. This spot may not be as obvious as the others.

But I just returned to Pescadero after camping in nearby Butano State Park and this Taqueria was the first place on my list. I ordered two fish tacos and enjoyed them in the sun at a picnic table in their parking lot.

Simple ingredients, fresh fish, a squeeze of lime…just like the tacos in Tulum I loved! Not going to lie, I was surprised to see a hipster style coffee sho p in Pescadero, but I was quite happy about it. Downtown Local offers a fresh cup of coffee, pastries, and little shop with local produce. Three of them were open when I visited as some owners are hesitant to open amidst a pandemic. This shop has it all. The owner, Nicole, is incredibly sweet and knowledgeable.

She also sources clothing made from rescued women in Nepal. Definitely stop in to shop here! She will assist you in creating the perfect scent to reflect your awesomeness.

Tea for everything from digestion to brain function, all of the ingredients sourced locally, of course. In non-pandemic times you are allowed to smell the tea, however, I could not. Located just up the road from Stage Road is Harley Farms , known for their goats! I absolutely loved seeing the goats, donkeys, puppies, and baby goats!

Plus they have a gorgeous garden and a shop where you can purchase cheese made from the goats you just fawned over. They also offer body products as well. There are picnic tables near the parking lot if you want to take your hot artichoke garlic bread with you to pair with their cheese. The majority of the lighthouse is closed due to COVID, however, this is a great place for photos and to walk off all of that Olallieberry pie.

Pigeon Point Lighthouse is also a great place to potentially see whales and seals! In Pescadero, there are a number of beaches that you can pull off to the side of the road and walk down to, however, the two main beaches with parking lots are Bean Hollow State Beach and Pescadero State Beach.

Any of the beaches are a solid choice to chill on your blanket and soak up this slower pace of life. I just spent a night solo camping under the Redwoods and hiking in Butano and absolutely loved it. Besides the other people at the campsite, I only saw maybe 5 other hikers on the trails. Personally, one of my favorite ways to enjoy the coast near Pescadero is by strolling along the cliffs above the sea, rather than walking down to one of the sandy shorelines.

The views are like something out of a fairytale! The Northern California coast is notoriously windy and cool, even during the warmest months of the year. Nearly years later, and Pigeon Point is still an active Coast Guard aid to navigation…as well as a hostel where you can spend the night! I actually stayed at their sister location— Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel —a few summers ago and absolutely adored it.

The property would also be a gorgeous spot for a picnic lunch; there are plenty of tables available. Highway 1 is one of the most iconic roadways in the world, known for its incredible panoramic views of the Pacific Coast.

You could drive for hours in either direction and never run out of gorgeous, awe-inspiring views. Sticking to the local area and not planning to drive too far? I still recommend budgeting 30 minutes to an hour for aimless driving along the coast; maybe north to Pacifica or south to Santa Cruz. Roll down the windows, feel the wind in your hair, smell the sea breeze, take note of the farmlands pressed up against the rocky coastline, pull off to the side of the road when a particular viewpoint grabs your attention…and just relish the sheer beauty of Highway 1.

Does Pescadero seem like the type of place you would enjoy visiting? Which sight, activity or food would you be most excited to experience in Pescadero? I was just looking for day trips from SF. Thank you! Your email address will not be published. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Notify me of new posts by email. Sadly, no. Bring your own food, chairs and beach toys. You can get sandwiches at the small grocery store in nearby Pescadero. There are picnic tables at the south parking lot.

Coastside surfers do go into the water. The area beaches also have riptides. There is driftwood on the beach and you will see evidence of fires. However, the State Parks authority specifically forbids fire on the beach. The beach between the north and south parking lots is a mile long. Pescadero and Butano Creeks run right out of the nearby redwood forests, down the hill and into the ocean.

So, there is quite a bit of driftwood that ends up at Pescadero, much more so than the other nearby beaches. You and the kids can have a lot of fun arranging and rearranging the wood into cool shapes. The Pescadero Marsh is a acre preserve visited by species of birds. In the winter, the strong tides pull sand out of the estuary but in the summer, the creek redeposits the sand, creating a lagoon.

From the central lot, you can easily access the 1. Or you can access the Levee walk from Pescadero Creek Road. There are picnic tables with killer views and a small sandy cove which is accessible during medium-low tide.