Leffingwell Landing Trail
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WHAT: Leffingwell Landing trail
WHERE: South portion of San Simeon State Beach
HIGHLIGHTS: There are good tidepool and bluff views. This is a good spot for watching sea otter; gray whales are often spotted during their migratory season.
HOW TO GET THERE: Take Highway 1 to Cambrian, 21 miles north of Morro Bay. At the traffic signal on the norther end of Cambrian, turn west on Windsor Boulevard, cross the bridge and proceed to Shamel Park. Park along the southern edge of the park on Windsor Blvd.
TRAIL CHARACTER and DISTANCE: Sone of the trail is sandy beach; some involves easy rock clambering. Crossing Santa Rosa Creek is no problem during summer, but should be avoided after a storm. Trail is very narrow in some places; some of it is under water at high tide. Windy. Picnic tables and restrooms after 1.3 miles; trail ends at Moonstone Beach after 2 miles.
What to bring: Hiking shoes or boots, water, picnic and a camera.