Guided Hike of Pecho Coast Trail, California

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The Pecho Coast Trail is located on the south end of PG&E property and accessed through Avila Beach. Choose from two guided hikes, the 3.75-mile roundtrip hike to Point San Luis Lighthouse and the 8-mile roundtrip hike to Rattlesnake Canyon. This scenic coastal trail is a joint partnership between PG&E, the California Coastal Commission and the Port San Luis Harbor District. The hike takes visitors up to the Port’s Historic Point San Luis Lighthouse. Visitors can enjoy a short docent-led tour of the lighthouse by paying a $10 admission fee.Pecho Coast Trail has been open for guided hikes since 1993 and is known for its panoramic views of Avila Beach. Hikers are treated to stunning landscapes while learning interesting facts from docent naturalists. Topics include the local history of the Avila Beach area and information on the Northern Chumash tribe who once inhabited the area. The trail is limited to 20 hikers on Mondays, 20 hikers on Wednesdays and 40 hikers on Saturdays. All hikes start at 8:45 a.m. at the Fisherman’s Memorial in Port San Luis Harbor. Hikers meet the docents at the trailhead, sign in and check the box verifying they have viewed the waiver. By checking the waiver box, hikers acknowledge and assume all risks and waive any claims. View complete rules and regulations in advance.

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