Just a few minutes north of Hearst Castle at San Simeon, you’ll find another excuse to pull off the road and take in the view of the Pacific coastline. A scenic turnout provides a nice view north, towards Piedras Blancas Light Station. It’s kinda hard to see on the horizon, but better views can be found (as well as access to the Piedras Blancas Light Station Outstanding Natural Area) just up the road. The best reason to stop at this turnout… … is the chance to see some very big, very bizarre creatures. Elephant Seals hang out at this beach, […]