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Unusual Attractions in Pescadero

Pescadero, California

Elephant Seals of Año Nuevo State Park

Once close to extinction, there is no shortage of elephant seals on the beaches of Año Nuevo State Park.

Pescadero, California

Año Nuevo Island

Elephant seals and sea lions have turned the abandoned buildings on this island into their endangered love shack.

Pescadero, California

Pigeon Point Lighthouse

A New England-style lighthouse along California's beautiful Highway 1 gets a re-do.

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Woodside, California

Djerassi Ranch

Successful artist residence program has filled this ranch with dozens of sculptures over the years.

8 miles from Pescadero

Redwood City, California

Tafoni Sandstone Monolith

This unique formation appears as though an asteroid landed on the forest.

10 miles from Pescadero

Portola Valley, California

Alpine Inn

The Internet Age began with a transmission from this biker bar.

13 miles from Pescadero

Woodside, California

Filoli

This old-world mansion with lush gardens is a gem in the heart of Silicon Valley.

15 miles from Pescadero

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