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Oceano Dunes
Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area was formerly known as the Pismo Dunes. This 1500 acre outdoor playground is a unique place where you can explore the dunes on your own ATV, sign up for a tour with an experienced driver, or rent an ATV and explore on your own. However you chose to enjoy these unique dunes, you will have the time of your life!
In addition to riding off-highway vehicles on the beach and in the dunes, visitors can enjoy camping on the beach. You can drive your own vehicle on the beach though four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended. For camping reservation contact (800) 444-7275. Swimming, surfing, surf fishing, hiking, and bird watching are other popular activities. You will find the Audubon warbler, red-tailed hawks, American kestrels, and many shorebirds. The threatened snowy plover and the endangered California least tern nest with the dunes. During the breeding season, March 1 through September 30, you will find small fenced enclosures built around their nests to protect these birds and their offspring. Clamming is permitted on the beach from sunrise to sunset. However, clammers must have a fishing license and a measuring device in their possession, Clams must be at 4 1/2 inches in length and the limit is 10 Pismo clams.
ATV Rentals and Tours
Arnies ATV Rentals Address: 311 Pier Avenue, Oceano, CA 93445 171 N. 2nd St., Grover Beach, CA 93433 Telephone: (800) 213-1590
BJ’s ATV Rentals Address: 197 Grand Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433 Telephone: (888) 481-5411
Pacific Adventure Tours Address: 1300 Railroad St., Oceano, CA 93445 Telephone: (805) 481-9330 Tour the dunes in a hummer for an exciting adventure as a passenger.
Steve’s ATV Rentals Address: 1205 Grand Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433 322 Pier Avenue, Oceano, CA 93445 Telephone: (805) 481-2597
Sun Buggie Fun Rentals Address: 368 Pier Avenue, Oceano, CA 93445 Telephone: (805) 481-2768 You can rent a dune buggy with seating for 1 to 5 adults or sign up for a tour and leave the driving to an experienced driver.
Contact Information: Oceano Dunes District Office Address: 340 James Way, Su. 270, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 Telephone: (805) 773-7170
Directions to Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area: From State Highway 1 turn west on Pier Avenue.
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