A wide, flat beach. A mighty volcanic hill. A delightful coastal town. Those are the obvious reasons to visit the California town of Morro Bay. Some are less obvious, but no less enticing.
One is the friendly locals. They'll come right up to you, and let you know how welcome you are.
Bringing a sack lunch? Bring a little extra to share. These friendly folks will jump right up on the park bench beside you, sit on your lap, and eat out of your hand. Not only do they make excellent company, but they're also super cute!
Did you bring your swimming trunks? The locals love nothing more than to relax and frolic in the azure waters of Morro Bay. So jump in, and have a great time.
After getting your fill of the beach, stroll on over to the local skateboard museum. I found my old board here, although it was green when I owned it. Funny, I remember mine rolling into the path of an 18 wheeler, and getting snapped in two. But here it is, along so many others, waiting for me to ride it again.
Of course, if you're looking for a more substantial ride, there's always this beauty.
Dragon Dave
Related Links
Morro Bay Skateboard Museum
In the California town of Morro Bay, there's no greater sight than Morro Rock. The round ball stuck into the shore dominates the horizon. In the early morning, it stands in the bright sun, while places along the shore remain in shade.
Drawn by the rock, people come to the beach. They sit on the sand, the wind blowing in their hair, and wonder at all its rugged cliffs and craggy features. It no longer looks like a ball stuck in the sand, but a strange hill, gradually being eroded by the elements.
Walk closer, and you see all the plants that have taken root in the sides of Morro Rock. It no longer looks like a hill, but lots of rocks that were once fused together. Aided by the plants, the wind and the rain are slowly prying these rocks apart.
While it seems so unusual, Morro Rock is not alone. Some people count it as one of seven sisters, a chain of similar volcanic plugs in California. (Others count nine sisters). Like the Seven Sisters in Sussex, England, it is a sight worthy of being seen. But come quickly. The sooner you arrive, the more of Morro Rock you'll be able to see.
Dragon Dave
Related Links
Morro Bay Official Guide
