
San Luis Obispo: Santa Lucia Guided Nature Tour – California, California
Experience a guided off-road tour of the Santa Lucia mountains and the historic ranch town of Santa Margarita. Learn about the native ecosystems, local wildlife and the town’s history as you go.
EXPERIENCE:
Discover the spectacular nature and wildlife that surrounds Santa Margarita on a guided off-road tour. Travel by an open-air Kawasaki Mule off-road vehicle around the ranch town and into the Santa Lucia mountains. Learn about the bears, eagles and mountain lions that inhabit the region from the ranch naturalist.
Starting in the town of Santa Margarita the tour will explore historic terrain that has been inhabited for thousands of years. Initially home to Native Americans from the Chumash and Salinan Nations, it was later settled by Franciscan missionaries and played host to itinerant outlaws.
As you drive along the trails behind the ranch and approach the Santa Lucia mountains, your guide will discuss native ecosystems, plants and local wildlife, opening your eyes to one of the Central California Coast’s hidden gems.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Experience a thrilling ride along off-road trails in an open air vehicle
Discover the diverse plants and wildlife that inhabit the Santa Lucia mountains
Learn about the fascinating history of the Santa Margarita ranch town
Explore magnificent terrain that has been inhabited for thousands of years
Uncover one of the Central Californian Coast’s hidden gems
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