Avila Beach, CA

United States

Avila Beach is a small Central Coast town of 1,300 people nestled in a protected cove in San Luis Obispo County. Take Highway 101 to the Avila Beach Drive exit, then head west 3 miles to the waterfront. It's 10 miles from San Luis Obispo and about 8 miles from the regional airport. The beach faces south rather than west, creating a natural sun trap that stays warmer than most California coastal spots.

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The closest airport to Avila Beach, CA is San Luis County Regional Airport, 11 km (about 16 min by car). Other airports nearby: Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field.

Where is Avila Beach, CA on the map?

Avila Beach, CA is in United States, at 35.197, -120.719 - about 34 km south-east of Morro Bay, CA.

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