By Nicholas Katers
Pismo Beach, Calif., is known for its incredible shorelines.
Pismo
beach is a quaint tourist destination in southern California popular among surfers, fishermen and naturalists. The city is known for its large clam populations, beautiful shorelines and outdoor activities among residents and frequent travelers. Pismo Beach is far enough from
Los Angeles and
San Diego to enjoy quiet days on the beach. Your trip to Pismo Beach, California should mix the city's major activities with side trips to oft-overlooked attractions in the area.
Pismo Beach Classic Car Show
The Pismo Beach Classic Car Show has been one of California's most popular car shows since opening in 1985. The event's organizers award Best of Show, Platinum and Gold awards to classic car owners with vehicle models going back to the 1930s still in great condition. The Hot Rod Bar & Grill is a covered exhibit space where food and drinks are served to thousands of attendees. The show's live auction raises thousands of dollars for veterans each year.
Pismo Beach Classic Car Show
6240 Box Springs Blvd., Suite B
Riverside, CA 92507
951-656-0862
thepismobeachclassic.com
Talley Vineyards
Talley Vineyards offers tastings and tours of its grounds for a reasonable price. Talley produces Chardonnay and pinot noir vintages for the Bishop's Peak and Mano Tinta labels available worldwide. Couples and groups of friends heading to Talley Vineyards can taste Talley's vintages in the extensive tasting room as well as three outdoor picnic areas. The vineyard's Rincon Room is a 20-seat meeting room perfect for corporate outings and annual meetings in need of a unique setting.
Talley Vineyards
3031 Lopez Drive
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
805-489-0446
talleyvineyards.com
The Great American Melodrama & Vaudeville
The Great American Melodrama & Vaudeville opened in 1975 to provide residents of Pismo Beach and surrounding communities with entertaining theatrical productions. The theater runs Broadway shows, holiday events and classic theatrical productions from Wednesday through Sunday. Every show at the Great American Melodrama & Vaudeville is preceded by a vaudeville revue that keeps visitors entertained. Visitors enjoy wine, snacks and meals from the Great American's dinner menu as they sit at tables and booths.
The Great American Melodrama & Vaudeville
1863 Pacific Blvd. Hwy. 1
Oceano, CA 93445
805-489-2499
americanmelodrama.com
The Dunes Center
Visitors to The Dunes Center in nearby Guadalupe first enter the center's 1910 bungalow to view exhibits about local plants and animals. The Dunes Center offers free guided walks from Thursday through Sunday along the Guadalupe-Nimpomo Dunes. These walks allow visitors to learn about the region's ecosystem from an experienced docent familiar with native species and restoration efforts. The Dunes Center hosts lectures, book clubs and kids' events free to the public to keep the dunes accessible to families.
The Dunes Center
1055 Guadalupe St.
Guadalupe, CA 93434
805-343-2455
dunescenter.org
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About the Author:
Nicholas Katers has been a freelance writer since 2006. He teaches American history at Carroll University in Waukesha, Wis. His past works include articles for "CCN Magazine," "The History Teacher" and "The Internationalist" magazine. Katers holds a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in American history from University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, respectively.
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