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Avila Beach

Avila Beach

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    Rebecca K.
    "One of my favorite beaches."(2 Tips)
    Ben O.
    "Then head to Mr. Ricks."(2 Tips)
    Levmark L.
    "Amazing views, walks peer, waves and fun..."(3 Tips)
    Van C.
    "A wonderful beach for little kids to learn how to surf."(2 Tips)
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  • slonewsheart icon on user image
    slonewsJanuary 8, 2012
    Many people mistakenly-pronounce the town's name as "ah-VEE-lah" given the name's Spanish origin. However, the correct Spanish pronunciation is "AH-vee-luh"
  • Nataly P.
    Nataly PlotnerJanuary 2, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    This is the best beach to bring the kids. Great playground and fun areas to explore ! It's always warmer here too. Great little shops as well.
  • Rebecca K.heart icon on user image
    Rebecca KeytMay 10, 2018
    One of my favorite beaches. Chill area.. beautiful
  • Peter d.heart icon on user image
    Peter den HartogMay 7, 2018
    Great views and piers to wander around. You can see sea lions!
  • Joey W.heart icon on user image
    Joey WheelerAugust 14, 2017
    Fantastic oceanside community with great shops and restaurants. Farmers market on Fridays with live music is so fun.
  • Ben O.
    Ben OelsnerApril 6, 2013
    Eat at the Avila Market and Deli. It's not just a deli. A variety of good food. Then head to Mr. Ricks. for a drink on the patio.
  • Maria N.heart icon on user image
    Maria NelsonNovember 28, 2016
    Gorgeous! Clean, not crowded, perfect beach ❤️
  • Van C.heart icon on user image
    Great beach to play around on! A wonderful beach for little kids to learn how to surf.
  • Christina Sejr P.heart icon on user image
    Very stylish houses and a great beach. Much more classy than Santa Cruz.
  • Brooke B.heart icon on user image
    Brooke BonwellNovember 15, 2016
    Cute little beach town to grab lunch or hang out on the sand.
  • Levmark L.heart icon on user image
    Levmark LLCApril 8, 2015
    Amazing views, walks peer, waves and fun...
  • Edie S.heart icon on user image
    Edie SuttonJune 30, 2016
    Touristy and lacking in charm or a unique experience.
  • Rebecca K.heart icon on user image
    Rebecca KeytMay 10, 2018
    Beautiful views. Great hiking
  • Romit M.heart icon on user image
    Romit MehtaMay 12, 2017
    The beach is fairly clean and quiet
  • Campbell B.
    Campbell BirdJune 7, 2016
    Beautiful beach. Enough said.
  • Cayla C.
    Cayla CavallettoAugust 18, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Its generally the warmest beach near SLO, but if you want to have a bonfire head the three minutes or so over to Port SLO
  • Peter I.heart icon on user image
    Peter IkladiousDecember 29, 2016
    Kid friendly beach and playground
  • John R.heart icon on user image
    John RitoliAugust 7, 2014
    Splash cafe. Custom house. Fat cat's cafe. Friday farmers market.
  • Edie S.heart icon on user image
    Edie SuttonJune 30, 2016
    Not my thing. Very crowded. Cookie cutter beach houses and hotels. Fun shopping though. But just that. Junk tourist crap.
  • Leilani C.
    Leilani CarraraAugust 16, 2011
    Head toward the pier to find the fire rings, and get there early to claim a spot. Read more
  • Timothy M.
    Timothy McSwainNovember 20, 2011
    Careful where you wander, if you don't want to end up on the local nudist beach.
  • Patty T.
    Patty ThayerJuly 15, 2010
    Pops by the Sea - Labor Day Weekend at the Avila Beach Resort. SLO Symphony + Latin Music + Teka = best end of summer party ever! Read more
  • Rob W.
    Rob WooldridgeSeptember 17, 2011
    Come here to relax and enjoy the sun, but not to surf. Wave action is tiny.
  • Van C.heart icon on user image
    Amazing and Beautiful!
  • Steven L.
    Steven LozierSeptember 18, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Watching the dolphins play and the birds dive for fish is both pretty awesome.
  • Mark S.
    Mark SchneiderAugust 31, 2012
    Keep an out for humpbacks. They come right into mooring area
  • Courtnay L.
    Courtnay LynchAugust 23, 2014
    The wine is great
  • Deborah W.heart icon on user image
    Deborah WilsonMarch 3, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Wine Tasting at Wood Winery is wonderful.
  • slonewsheart icon on user image
    slonewsJanuary 12, 2012
    named after Miguel Ávila, who was granted Rancho San Miguelito in 1842.
  • Small F.
    Small FryFebruary 3, 2013
    It's like a hidden gem.
  • Jason O.heart icon on user image
    Jason OlsonJuly 30, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Make sure to check out the main website for Avila Beach http://www.AvilaBeachPier.com
  • Chris S.
    Chris SteinsSeptember 5, 2011
    Great beach, but bring bee repellant.
  • Leilani C.
    Leilani CarraraAugust 2, 2011
    One of my favorite beaches! Read more
  • Jason P.
    Jason PearsonAugust 17, 2011
    Amazing. Watch the birds go fishing!
  • Lee S.
    Lee ShepJuly 27, 2011
    Cruise the beach and get a cocktail at Mr Rick's
  • Michelle B.
    It's always warmer here than in Pismo!
  • Philippe L.heart icon on user image
    Philippe LouAugust 14, 2016
    Plage très agréable dans une petite crique.
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