Avila Beach guide

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The town was established in the latter half of the 19th century, when it served as the main shipping port for San Luis Obispo. Although Avila Beach still has a working commercial fishing pier and the inland areas have extensive apple orchards, tourism is now the main industry.

The beach itself is less than 0.5 miles (0.8 km) long and sheltered in San Luis Bay, which is formed by Point San Luis on the west and Fossil Point on the east. Avila Beach faces south and is protected from the prevailing northwesterly winds by Point San Luis. It is therefore usually warmer than the other beaches on the Central Coast. Most of Avila Beach is undeveloped, except for a few blocks adjacent to the beach with homes, hotels, and small businesses, and a few recently built upscale housing developments inland, near a golf course.

Avila Beach has three piers: Avila Beach Pier, 1,685 feet long, intended for tourist strolling and recreational fishing, Harford Pier, for commercial fishing boats to offload their wares, and the California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly SLO) Pier, part of the university's marine research program and not publicly accessible.

Diablo Canyon Power Plant, one of the two nuclear power plants in California is located in a remote part of the Avila Beach unincorporated area, about 6 miles northwest of the beach itself. Avila is also known for its hot springs, which are used for resort spas.

AvilaBeach_CA
RT @amberordie: Avila Beach and the pier #nofilter #imstillalive http://t.co/A3jj1aYz

Today, 16:45
Fangumer
RT @Miguelgrimaldo: Avila: The beach boys. Burgos: Electrosonic. León: Festizaje. Arroyo de la encomienda: Status Quo. Valladolid: Juan Magan y Paquirrín

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JavierOnetazo
RT @Miguelgrimaldo: Avila: The beach boys. Burgos: Electrosonic. León: Festizaje. Arroyo de la encomienda: Status Quo. Valladolid: Juan Magan y Paquirrín

Today, 12:26
Miguelgrimaldo
Avila: The beach boys. Burgos: Electrosonic. León: Festizaje. Arroyo de la encomienda: Status Quo. Valladolid: Juan Magan y Paquirrín

Today, 12:17
darlene_fermin
San Jose, grizzlies game, six flags, Avila beach. I couldn't have had a more relaxing weekend(: home now #ForgetHW Zzzzzzz...

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RT @Monicaleepaige: Happy #aussie - #avila #beach #california http://t.co/ZVYhF7Op

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AgustinOlachea
RT @HotelCalTequila: I posted 6 photos on Facebook in the album "Avila Beach Tequila Festival" http://t.co/yBKHeX7F

Today, 06:49
Anthony559_
RT @Mar_E_Yoo: #IAlwaysWantedTo go play basketball ocean side of Avila beach <33

Today, 06:26
Mar_E_Yoo
#IAlwaysWantedTo go play basketball ocean side of Avila beach <33

Today, 06:25
mjblocker
May 26 Avila Beach TEQUILA FESTIVAL: Cops report well behaved crowd, no arrests. Go figure.

Today, 06:06
anabellerossell
RT @HotelCalTequila: I posted 6 photos on Facebook in the album "Avila Beach Tequila Festival" http://t.co/yBKHeX7F

Today, 05:11
blancobaja
RT @HotelCalTequila: I posted 6 photos on Facebook in the album "Avila Beach Tequila Festival" http://t.co/yBKHeX7F

Today, 05:08
k_poww
Umm, @pepperlive in Avila Beach this summer? Fuck yeah.

Today, 04:26
amberordie
Avila Beach and the pier #nofilter #imstillalive http://t.co/A3jj1aYz

Today, 04:10
mariahchanel4
I miss Avila Beach💔😔 http://t.co/y4crjj8O

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Avila Hot Springs RV Resort (2009-06-09)
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Avila Hot Springs RV Resort located in Avila Beach, is a definite Fun Family Destination with year round great climates, seascape and relaxing waters. Facilities include Tent Camping and RV Cabins; year round heated swimming pool. Thermal Mineral Pool and a wonderful Italian Restaurant on site - Mama's Meatballs round of a perfect family destination.
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Olde Port Inn Restaurant (2009-06-10)
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Olde Port Inn Restaurant located in the harbor in Avila Beach, nominated as a top ten seafood restaurant offers various seafood specialities, homemade desserts to choose from while savouring the beautiful ocean views on the pier at Port San Luis (Avila Beach).
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Nekkidd (2009-06-09)
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Nekkidd is the Central Coasts first organic day spa and clothing store located in Avila Beach at the Avila La Fonda hotel. Nekkidd Spa pampering and shopping and great coffee at the coffee house, Joe Mommaâ€™s Coffee Bar makes for a perfect pampering day!
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Woodstone Marketplace (2009-06-09)
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Located off San Luis Bay Drive in Avila Beach, Woodstone Marketplace is an eclectic combination of deli, country market, coffee & espresso bar, and wine shop.
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Point San Luis Lighthouse Keepers
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Despite the fact that the Point San Luis Light Station is one of the most important historical sites in San Luis Obispo County, it is rarely visited by the public. The need for a lighthouse at the entrance to Port San Luis was recognized as early as the...
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Avila Village Inn (2009-06-10)
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Avila Village Inn, nestled in the charming Avila Valley, the Inn provides a getaway for those seeking comfortable elegance.We are a "Dog Friendly" facility. In addition to our guest rooms we also have the Junior Suite, the Creekside Suite, and the Cupola Suite.
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Reimer's Stollen Bread (2009-06-10)
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Reimer's Stollen Bread and Reimer's Candies and Gifts located in Avila Beach houses a Candy Shop that feature over 80 varieties of sinfully smooth and rich chocolates made with fresh cream and select ingredients with various gifts to choose from and an Ice Cream Shop where the aroma of fresh homemade waffle cones are very noticeable and you can choose from two dozen fresh cream ice creamflavors . German Stollen loaves are made just for the Holiday Season.
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Avila Beach Apartments
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Avila Beach Apartments are located in one of the most beautiful areas on the central coast of California. There are fourteen units total: twelve two bedroom & 1 1/2 baths approximately 1200 square feet with two car garages and two 540 square foot studio a...
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San Luis Bay Inn (2009-06-10)
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
At San Luis Bay Inn, located in Avila Beach, you are immersed in misty mornings, bright sunny afternoons, and the invigorating aroma of the ocean. Mini Suites with fully-equipped kitchenettes, pool and spa with plenty of activites and educational classes on offer at the Inn.
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Pelican Point Bar and Restaurant (2009-06-09)
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Pelican Point Bar and Restaurant, located in Avila Beach offers a spectacular dining experience in a romantic oceanfront setting. With expertly prepared fresh seafood, steaks and other specialties, the restaurant offers something to please every appetite. A full service bar and lounge with Happy Hour specials during the week.
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Avila Hot Springs
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Welcome to the Historic Avila Hot Springs, situated between oak-covered foothills that keep the morning fog away and make a natural year round air conditioner, which will enhance a nice morning, afternoon, or evening swim. The climate is perfect for vacat...
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Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
WELCOME TO THE AVILA BAY ATHLETIC CLUB & SPA Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa is a full service tennis and swim club which incorporates a "state of the art" fitness facility. We are located on 4 acres of tropical grounds in the heart of the Avila Valley on ...
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El Camino Art Association
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
El Camino's mission is to promote art in the local communities and to encourage graduating Arroyo Grande High School seniors in their artisic endeavors.
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The Spa at Avila Lighthouse Suites (2009-06-09)
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
The Spa at Avila Lighthouse Suites, located at the hotel in Avila Beach, offers relaxing natural therapies including massage, facials, reflexology and couples massage treatments. You can enjoy your spa therapy in the comfort of your guest room or you can retreat to our serene spa setting for the ultimate pampering.
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Avila Wine Roasting Co (2009-06-10)
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Located in Avila Beach on the Californian coast the Avila Wine Roasting Co. features a large selection of boutique wines. We specialize in wines from vineyards that often do not have tasting rooms and other small production, handcrafted, or allocated wines. A light meal restaurant, coffee shop and beer bar on site as well.
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Joe Mommas Coffee Bar (2009-06-09)
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Joe Mommas Coffee Bar located in Avila Beach, offers gourmet coffees and expressos and fresh baked organic pastries, including cinnamon or rasberry rolls baked right on our premises. Free internet and magazines with ocean views round off a perfect coffee shop visit.
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Avila Beach Golf Resort Pro Shop (2009-06-10)
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Our fully-stocked Pro Shop located at the Avila Beach Golf Resort in Avila Beach, offers the latest in apparel and equipment for men and women from leading brand names. Logoed items such as bag tags and polo shirts and gift certificates can be purchased here. Golf lessons and junior golf membershio available.
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Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards & Winery
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Welcome to the exquisite Avila Valley, located in the heart of the scenic Central Coast of California. Home to the sandy white shores of Avila Beach, great golfing, great fishing and of course, great wine. "Wine" you say ?? In Avila "apple country" Valley...
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Custom House
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Welcome to The Custom House! While dining with us you are just steps away from the ocean in Avila Beach. Our Central Coast beach-side location holds beautiful views with a casual atmosphere. Your dining experience is our top priority. Our menu has someth...
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Fat Cats CafÃƒÂ©
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Voted Best Cafe on the Central Coast! It's a famous place to eat the greatest food!
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Inn At Avila Beach (2009-06-09)
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
The Inn at Avila Beach as suggested is located in Avila Beach, the hotel has a Mexican and Mediterranean feel and is within reaching from the beaches, sand, surf, sun, fun, fine dining and golf in this true California beach town. Relatively small, the Inn has 32 rooms with a Mexican and Mediterranean feel with en suite colourful sea view rooms.
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Fat Cats Cafe (2009-06-09)
Located in Avila Beach, San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Fat Cats Cafe located in Avila Beach harbor has been voted best cafe on the central coast and is famous for being a year round eatery open 24/7. Breakfast, lunch and dinner has no time here! You can enjoy homely food such as burgers, fries, onion rings, fish and chips.
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The Avila La Fonda Hotel
Avila Lighthouse Suites
Avila Bay Athletic Club and Spa
The Custom House Restaurant
Blue Heron Realty
Morovino
Mr. Rick's Beach Bar and Night Club
Avila Beach Golf Resort