800-acre day-use natural area in Oceano Dunes SVRA within the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes complex: willow-lined lake, floating boardwalk over open water, and dune boardwalk to a Pacific overlook. Premier Central Coast birding (pelicans, raptors, shorebirds) and protected dune habitat — non-motorized only, separate from the OHV dunes to the north.
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| Region | San Luis Obispo County, CA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 35.0289, -120.6171 |
| Unit | Oceano Dunes SVRA / Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes |
| Trail | ~2 mi RT boardwalk to beach overlook |
| Uses | Birding, hiking, fishing, nature study |
| Fee | Day-use vehicle fee (state parks) |
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