Cambria’s Chamber of Commerce Summer Kickoff

Let the Fun begin

Round Dichroic Vase by Tim Laser

The Cambria Chamber of Commerce’s annual

Chili Cook-Off and Classic Car Show signals the beginning of spring. Chili-lovers can taste entries by local restaurants, businesses and individuals who compete for prizes. Auto enthusiasts exhibit a variety of classic cars and Allied Arts displays work by local artists.

http://www.cambriachamber.org/

San Simeon State Park

San Simeon State Beach

Mayauel Ward's Coral Reef Weight

Located five minutes north of Cambria, San Simeon State Park and Washburn camp grounds are host to thousands of travelers each year. Campsites are sheltered between the bluffs of San Simeon Creek and it’s a short walk the beach. San Simeon Creek Trail is a 3 mile round trip nature walk around the area with views of the expansive coastal landscape that can be enjoyed throughout the year. Trail information link; http://www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=25179

Winter Swell at Sand Dollar Beach

December Swell

Sunset Wave Vase by Buzz Blodgett

Drive about 40 minutes north of Cambria to beautiful Plaskett Creek Camp Ground, with access to Sand Dollar Beach and Jade Cove on the East side of Highway 1. In 2009 a winter swell that originated in the Aleutian Islands hit the California coast, generating dramatic waves of 25-feet and more.

Plaskett Creek Campground link; http://jrabold.net/bigsur/roadpt1250.htm