This Oceano area of sand mounds is an ideal spot to begin your day of sightseeing. There's plenty to explore nearby, like Pismo Beach Pier, Avila Hot Springs, and Monarch Butterfly Grove. Wander around at your leisure at Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area before making tracks to these other fine attractions.
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Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District
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Cute little Motel close to water in Morro Bay. Close to Embarcadero with shops and restaurants. Motel seems to have been renovated so everything was clean and fresh.
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Reviews of Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area
4.5
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Always check the tide times before driving on the beach.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
This place was INCREDIBLE! Great staff, ask for Kenny! He worked well with my young boys! Go early if you can! They provided a free shuttle to and from the location, instructions, portables on site and staff who come out on an ATV & truck fro any help!
5/5 - Excellent
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great atv and dune buggies.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
There are no toilets here. Bring a bumper dumper and trash bags to haul your own trash.
5/5 - Excellent
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Amazing experience on the dunes riding ATVs. Would go back just to do this again!
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