My dad and I have been coming here for 14 years and it has been the highlight of the Christmas…read moreseason for us. Thank you so much to all of the workers there for many good experiences! Do recommend coming the first weekend when they have more trees of different varieties as well! Over the years they have gotten busier but it is still a great experience and I love seeing more people there every year!

So I decided I finally wanted to create my own Griswold family Christmas, LOL. It was a two hour…read moredrive or so to this place. What the heck, more time to sing Christmas songs as a family, right? Haha. I've never cut down my own tree. But I'm sick of buying dead trees from the local places here. Here's a clue, if you make a fresh cut on the bottom and put it in the stand with water, it should be suckin up that water. Especially during the first week or so. If it's not suckin up water, its dead and probably been that way for awhile. It will be dropping needles, a fire hazard, and have little to no odor. I gotta tell you, I absolutely loved the experience here from beginning to end. I brought a saw but they provide one if you forget. They have a handful or so of varieties that grow on the property. You just wander around on the acreage and look. All the trees for sale have a price tag. No price tag; not for sale. After you figure out which one you want, you cut it yourself. Then they have carts to lay it on and haul it out. Free popcorn and warm apple cider too! Employees were real friendly from entering the property to buying the tree. I loved exploring the property and not feeling rushed. Really cool! We settled on a 9-10' White Fir for $125. Really loved some of the Blue Spruce Trees but just couldn't justify the price. Check out my pics. Looked at a beautiful one that was $300. I just couldn't justify the money for something that was going to die. On that subject, don't believe the bad press about real trees. The fact is, if you drop them off in the proper place, they are turned into mulch. They are much less harmful to the environment than disposing of an artificial tree. Plus they improve the environment and air quality the whole time they grow. By the way, they also have fresh Noble Firs which is usually what I buy at the tree lots locally. They don't grow on the property but they ship them in. They only grow up north where it is colder. They are kept in 5 gallon buckets to stay fresh so even if you are not cutting down these, they will be fresher cause they are kept in water. In conclusion, I spent a little more than I normally spend for a tree. I would definitely say the experience made it worth the price difference. Plus, we cut down the tree and had it set in the stand with water that night. You won't find fresher if you buy local. They complimentary shake it by machine (to remove critters and loose needles) and optional netting for a small fee. A+. I'll come back next year. BTW. I visited between last week of Nov and first week of Dec. Maybe if you procrastinate, the selection becomes slim pickins?? Not sure, I'm just trying to make sense of some of the negative reviews. Come on Bako! Make a day trip out of it and hit Splash before coming home! Cheers!

As an art lover, I think Studios on the Park is a MUST VISIT if you're ever in Paso Robles!…read more This is a large space in the downtown area, right in the main park. It is a brightly-lit, high ceiling building that has a collection of artwork (for sale!) from multiple local talents of various mediums. I went in to look, but walked out with 2 multi-media oil painting-newspaper pieces from an artist named Holly whom I even got to meet! It was incredible to get to chat with her about what inspired her to create this kind of work. Then at checkout, my eyeballs deceived me by wandering to some cool glass-blown plant stick decorations that were made from the last Disney glass blower. So, I, of course, *had* to buy a couple of those delightful beauties! Everyone I met there was friendly and welcoming; there is much to look at and much to do there; it is also a place that has many giftable items if you have a birthday or holiday coming up or need some walls to fill. If I had more time, I would have stayed and participated in the self-paced $10 watercolor painting project that was setup in the middle of the hall. Heck, I could be here all day!

I almost missed this place. Once you enter one realizes how large it is. There are several spaces…read morethat different artists or collectives of artists occupy. A great range of beautiful paintings, sculptures, and mixed media. Also some jewelry and decor. Also lots of spaces dedicated to children's and young adults' art works.

I was in PADI for a horse trial. I needed a few supplies ai was running low on. They are…read moreconveniently located near the freeway and downtown and had everything I needed and more.

Feed supplement inventory is great and I enjoy the friendly customer service. Would appreciate…read morelonger hours on Saturday.

Great prices for a locally owned business My Succulents are…read moregrowing fast and look great

Stopped by this adorable, slightly bedraggled but prolific nursery on our way back from a long…read moreweekend of wine trip. The owner Jayme Finley was unbelievably helpful and gave us a great deal on a dwarf citrus. She also carries many native plants including milkweed for the butterflies. Extra bonus is the cute lambs that were frolicking next-door in the paddock. There is ample parking in the gravel driveway, and easy access on and off the main road just don't drive so fast you miss the curve. TL/dr: Small but thorough nursery with great prices

Such a wonderful family experience. The train ride was cute and Buddy, the elf, rode with us and…read morewas a really hype man with all the holiday singing. The kids all loved it. Upon arrival at the winter market, there are maybe 6-7 food trucks. Hot cocoa and S'more supplies are sold to make around their bonfire pits. It was crowded and we couldn't find a pit so we went into the barn to meet Santa. In the barn, the magician performed all sorts of fun magic for the kids. Later when the crowd dies down, around 1930, it was really nice. There were no lines for pony rides. The entire thing was pretty special. They have lots of things for the kids to do. The maze, fake snow, face painting and even drinks for the adults. I would do this again.

We attended their Holiday Event last night and enjoyed every moment! Great opportunity to unwind…read morewhile enjoying all the festivities being offered! Train ride was so magickal especially for our granddaughter. Thank you to everyone who works so hard to ensure all the guests enjoy themselves!

We had been told to swing by this business as we travel a lot with our child and wanted a safe…read moreplace to let them ride and work off some energy. The first time we went the woman at the counter was a bit abrasive and rude. She made our child uncomfortable with how she spoke to them. We thought maybe a "off day for her" when we swung back through the town on our way back my husband said we should stop again. My kids where not thrilled as our first time was dicey with counter help, but wonderful with rest of staff. Again, the woman was at the counter. She was again abrasive and rude. Didn't explain rules, but if any kids did anything she was all over them shouting. There is an area for parents to sit, but as sitting there I heard her say to another parent, "I hate when people come from out of town! I think this park should just be for locals!" Well lady.....we will oblige and want to make sure others know that outsiders are NOT welcome. The other staff especially the male owner was great and obviously trying to "make up" for attitude and behavior of this worker.

Ages 6+ and no bikes allowed. No website to say otherwise so me and my littles (ages 4-12) didn't…read morefind out until we got there with our balance bikes. Wish I knew before I made the drive! A website would be nice.

This was a great, separate hangout away from the usual downtown area. We stumbled on this driving…read moreby. We are in the area on vacation and we're curious to check it out. Reminds me of San Pedro Square in San Jose with its mix of casual dining and retail businesses. Since it was late afternoon we just got dirty sodas which was quick, friendly service. We wandered around but if we had time I would have loved to stay on a busier evening. Hope it keeps going.

Concept seems cool, but went there a bit after 5pm on a Tuesday and everything was closed even…read morethough Google says 6pm. Disappointed and left. Checked website and couldn't find hours.

There were fairies afoot, and they could be seen at the Cambria Nursery! Their weekend Fairy…read moreFestival event featured fun for kids and families. The combination here of plants, seasonal decor, and antiques makes for an intriguing visit any time of year. When paired with themed event, it is a must. I enjoyed the color of the annuals on my way to the bouquet of floating fairy costumes hanging near a display of fairy habitats. The tiny gardens were a fantasyland of small plants with miniature fairy dwellings and fairies themselves. I had a lovely conversation with Crystal Reynoso who was selling the frocks while I picked one out for my gamine like niece. Crystal also owns A Little Love Bridal by-the-sea in Cambria, which sells custom made bridal gowns and costumes. It was fascinating to hear about this service being provided in San Luis Obispo county! I love to visit here each season as they renew their displays of plants and gift items to reflect the changing of the seasons, and will be sure to return before the year is out!

Nice nursery. Wide open space with some interesting things to look at. But not really the place to…read morestop for coffee. The problem is, that's exactly what I did. Not much of a selection in the cafe department. Service was fast and very friendly.