Pismo Dunes Natural Preserve Tours

Protected from development, Pismo Dunes Natural Preserve attracts a broad range of birds and other critters. Learn how the local community has worked to preserve the natural history here.

If you're on a budget, it's nice to know that Pismo Dunes Natural Preserve is free for all to visit. You'll find this nature reserve in the small city of Arroyo Grande. Nearby attractions to include in your itinerary are Pismo Beach Pier, Monarch Butterfly Grove and Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area.

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The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Downtown San Diego
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $792, price is now $427 per person
$427
per person
Feb 20 - Feb 23
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to San Diego (SAN)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,627 reviews)
Amazing customer service

Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025

SIRTAJ - Beverly Hills

SIRTAJ - Beverly Hills

4 out of 5
South of Wilshire
Price was $1,754, price is now $885 per person
$885
per person
Mar 14 - Mar 21
found 4 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
The staff was very nice. The beds were very comfortable. The pillows were comfortable. It was not really fancy, but it was clean and I only slept there so it served my needs.

Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
Fisherman's Wharf
Price was $2,470, price is now $1,255 per person
$1,255
per person
Feb 6 - Feb 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to San Francisco (SFO)
9/10 Wonderful! (7,092 reviews)
The room was great just smelled bad.

Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025

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Beautiful views of the beach. This place is great to come ride quads, buggy’s or 4x4 trucks

Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Oceano. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area
Abundance of sand dollars today! We made sure none were alive, of course. :)

Monarch Butterfly Grove

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Monarch Butterfly Grove, a lovely green space in Pismo Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Monarch Butterfly Grove

Pacific Dunes Ranch Riding Stables

You can take time to visit Pacific Dunes Ranch Riding Stables during your travels to Oceano. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Pacific Dunes Ranch Riding Stables

The Great American Melodrama & Vaudeville

You can get tickets for a performance at The Great American Melodrama & Vaudeville during your trip to Oceano. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

The Great American Melodrama & Vaudeville

Oceano Park

Oceano Park is just one of the places to see in Oceano, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Oceano Park

Oceano Lagoon

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Oceano Lagoon during your travels in Oceano. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Oceano Lagoon

Best Lodging Options Near Pismo Dunes Natural Preserve

Dune Surfer Inn

Dune Surfer Inn

2 out of 5
1252 Pacific Blvd Oceano CA
Dune Surfer Inn
OCEAN VIBES with Mountain Scenery and distanced Dune View!

OCEAN VIBES with Mountain Scenery and distanced Dune View!

Oceano CA
OCEAN VIBES with Mountain Scenery and distanced Dune View!
Cozy Vacation Cottage 300 at Pismo Sands RV Resort

Cozy Vacation Cottage 300 at Pismo Sands RV Resort

Oceano CA
Cozy Vacation Cottage 300 at Pismo Sands RV Resort
The Little Camper - Resort fee extra!

The Little Camper - Resort fee extra!

Oceano CA
The Little Camper - Resort fee extra!
Cozy Vacation Cottage 400 at Pismo Sands RV Resort

Cozy Vacation Cottage 400 at Pismo Sands RV Resort

Oceano CA
Cozy Vacation Cottage 400 at Pismo Sands RV Resort
Relax by Pismo Beach in your 3-bedroom Oceano retreat

Relax by Pismo Beach in your 3-bedroom Oceano retreat

Oceano CA
Relax by Pismo Beach in your 3-bedroom Oceano retreat
Sleeps 22! Two Houses! Game Rooms!

Sleeps 22! Two Houses! Game Rooms!

Oceano CA
Sleeps 22! Two Houses! Game Rooms!
Game Room! Sleeps 11! Close to Pismo!

Game Room! Sleeps 11! Close to Pismo!

Oceano CA
Game Room! Sleeps 11! Close to Pismo!
Happy Clam Casa Oceanfront Beach House w/Private GuestHouse

Happy Clam Casa Oceanfront Beach House w/Private GuestHouse

Oceano CA
Happy Clam Casa Oceanfront Beach House w/Private GuestHouse
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