Harmony Headlands State Park in California State

Harmony Headlands State Park

If you are looking for a place to hike along the coast near San Luis Obispo, then this natural park is an ideal place to visit.

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Harmony Headlands State Park Details

If you are looking for a place to hike along the coast near San Luis Obispo, then this natural park is an ideal place to visit. The main 1.5-mile trail traces the edge of the grassland plateaus, where you'll have sweeping views over the Pacific Ocean. Falcons, eagles, and gulls swarm overhead while smaller ground squirrels and bush rabbits rustle through the sea bluff scrub on land. It may not be the most lively area, but it is guaranteed to delight those looking for a quiet escape to the coast.

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