The owner Bill was very calming and settled my nerves very nicely. This was my idea & so my hubby &…read moreI went. I soon learned ocean kayaking no bueno for me! Bill guided us and was great at instructions. He also had no problem when I said ok I'm done let's go back! He's very knowledgeable & safety was #1 which was great! thanks Bill!

I strongly advise families to look elsewhere. We rented bikes that were visibly rusted and in clear…read moredisrepair. The pedaling was labored, and the chain on our family bike popped off not once, but twice, leaving us stranded in traffic. This wasn't just an inconvenience--it was a safety hazard. We returned the bikes early, and the owner's response was shockingly dismissive. She said a quick "sorry" and then literally went inside and hid, refusing to speak with us or offer any refund. An appalling lack of customer care.

Had a great tour. We booked the tour and were expecting to have others on the boat. Due to a…read morecancellation, it was just my wife and I. We saw lots of wildlife (seals, pelicans, and lots of sea otters) It was a beautiful day and a experience we will remember

I signed up for a whale watching tour with Captain Micheal, not really expecting much more than a…read moreboat ride on a beautiful morning. Ended up having an epic experience following two whales and being followed by a group of playful dolphins. Micheal has extensive marine knowledge and is a bit of a jokester and funny guide, making for a very memorable trip.

This review is long overdue. My parents were married for 59 years and died exactly 3 years and 12…read morehours to the minute apart from each other. They both wished to be cremated and have their ashes mixed together and scattered in front of Pirates Cove, which is where they shared their first kiss at the end of their first date in 1960. Unfortunately, that area is now a nude beach and it's people no one wants to see naked. Additionally, we had a pretty good sized crew of people coming for the scattering, so little zodiac boats weren't gonna get the job done. I lucked out in 2023 because the start of the fishing season got pushed into May. This allowed us to rent one of patriot charters and accommodate our entire crew for the scattering in a very safe, easy to access (we have many elderly folks with mobility issues) manner. I was concerned there may be an odor because it IS a fishing vessel, but everything was very clean and well kept. The staff were so incredibly considerate of our loss and behaved in an incredibly kind way. Instructions were simple and concise, and we were able to leave right on time, cruising the bay and playing some of Moms and dad's favorite music as we celebrated their journey. Moments after we scattered their ashes, the captain approached me quietly and slipped me a business card with the exact coordinates of where we had sprinkled mom and dad. That was going above and beyond as far as I'm concerned, and it never even dawned on me to ask for that - but I'm sure glad I have it. It is now a very tasteful, small tattoo signifying my parents final resting place. Thank you so much to patriot fishing, I know this wasn't a fishing review, but I can only imagine how good they take care of their fishing customers if this is how they treat grieving families. A million thank yous for your kindness!

Being a captain doesn't mean shit if they don't treat people with dignity and respect…read more Weston" Captain want to be . The girl helper did a better job respecting people . This is a shame because I've had plenty of good trips here. Suspected Racism, rude and unprofessional , untrust worthy Being a captain doesn't mean anything if you don't respect your customers. I am done fishing here and I will pass the word. Captain kept putting my fish in his friends sack's on purpose . I was so upset from the bad treatment I received since I got there at Avila port for my 1/2 day trip. I am nice and polite and respectful to others . It started when my name was mentioned as a mid-east name. Then Captain was announcing you don't need to fish in the back of the boat there is plenty of room. I was fishing in the back and caught plenty of good size fishes at leased 15 but I found only 6 fishes in my sack.he was very rude and he deliberately tried to tangle my line 2 times when I asked him what are you doing he said "don't till me what to do." I give the girl helper $25 tip $10 before we fished and $15 withe the tap she was much more nicer than the captain. I been fishing all over the coast for 40 years I never was treated this bad from a Captain. weston was sneaky and rude. I am willing to drive longer on trips and not to be treated this way. 1/2 day boat toilet smells very bad no water to wash your hands what so ever on the boat bring water to wash.

Truly an amazing experience! We saw countless whales, and at times it felt like there were whales…read moreeverywhere you looked. We saw multiple groups of whales lunge feeding, with whales, sea lions, and tons of birds all feeding together. We also saw lots of dolphins and had a chance to cruise alongside them for a while. Our guide, Mark, was fantastic. He clearly knew the whales and their behavior, always kept us informed about what was happening and where to look, and was happy to answer all of our questions. The highlight came when Mark spotted a whale away from where we were watching and decided to head over to check it out--even though we were already seeing some incredible activity. We're so glad he did. Shortly after we got there, the whale breached right in front of our boat! An unforgettable moment that we never would have experienced without Mark's knowledge and instincts. Our original trip had actually been canceled the day before because of bad weather. While that was obviously disappointing, it was completely outside their control, and we really appreciated how they handled it. They added an extra third trip the following day so they could accommodate us. We also brought our three-and-a-half-year-old along, and he had a great time. He was comfortable throughout the trip and really enjoyed the experience. It may not be for every three-and-a-half-year-old, but it definitely worked great for ours! It was the best whale-watching experience our family could have asked for. It truly couldn't have been any better!

My girlfriend and I had an incredible experience with Avila Beach Whale Watching! Captain Mark was…read moreabsolutely fantastic. He knew exactly where to take us, and we ended up seeing 12+ whales up close, along with dolphins and seals. It was truly an unforgettable experience. What made the trip even better was how knowledgeable Mark was. He clearly knows the area, the wildlife, and his industry extremely well. He was able to answer every question we had and gave us a ton of interesting information throughout the trip without taking away from the experience. If you're considering whale watching in the Avila Beach area, I can't recommend Captain Mark and Avila Beach Whale Watching enough. 10/10 -- we would absolutely do it again!

My teenagers did a lesson with Riley and had the best time! He was super nice, patient, and…read morehelpful. Highly recommend!

Justice was amazing. He taught my great niece and I simply while be so encouraging. The owner…read morecontacted us to ensure the experience was just as we expected. So amazing! Yep, I am repeating myself since we were so amazed and pleased. We had a blast, too. Thanks again, Justice. You rock!! We are surfers now. ‍

What an amazing experience! The two gals that worked as guides were so good at their job. They made…read morethe experience even better with their knowledge and dedication. Not only did they make the trail ride amazing, you could tell they were super hard workers and took great care of the animals. The trail itself and view were gorgeous! The entire experience felt rustic and real. Great job!!! My daughter and I would love to ride again when we are in the area. If you like riding horses, you should treat yourself to this experience

Amazing experience. I took some family out for a horseback ride and it was so worth it. Everyone…read moreworking there was so polite and kind. Super helpful with us first timers. The horses were well taken care of and just such sweethearts with great personalities. The view on the one hour like ride was spectacular. The price is very reasonable. I highly recommend this hike.

We have been camping at Lopez for 30 years, our favorite place…read more We had reserved a storage spot for a short time in between reservations. Dalton, an employee at Lopez, assisted us and was able to resolve an issue we had. He was so kind & helpful. Nice to get great costumer service. Thanks again Dalton, Mike & Tina Davis

Ivet handled my call. She responded quickly to each question and concern. Thank you Ms. Ivet for…read morehelping me with details regarding my reservation! Nipomo Park staff always pleasant! Thank you all!

Biddle Regional Park is such an awesome park with an extremely large, expansive grassy area to have…read morea picnic or just relax in the sun with your dogs! My dog had a great time playing catch, and it was so nice to come on a Sunday and basically have the entire area to ourselves! There are day use sites available with barbecue grills, and picnic areas, with lots of shade and seating options. This place is awesome and I can't wait to go back again with my dogs asap!

We were in the area for a vacation and made a stop here to get some nature and get in a run. It was…read morea very scenic and lovely drive to get here. It's a beautiful beautiful park, a lot of greenery and tall trees. We were the only ones there which was nice. It has picnic spots and a volleyball court. We did run into 1 person on the way out who shared his enthusiasm for the park but also warned us about the poison oak. Good tip!