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Paso Robles Travel Guide: Reviews, photos, & videos
What's the best part of an Oreo? The middle of course; so maybe that's the appeal of Paso Robles. Located smack in the middle between Los Angeles and San Francisco, this small slice of heaven – which means "Pass of the Oaks" in Spanish – is the ideal getaway for those who feel blinded by the bright lights of Los Angeles or need to find the heart they left (or lost) in San Francisco. Situated close to awe-inspiring mountains, vibrant beaches and serene deserts, as well as serving home to one of the United States greatest grape growing areas (think wine, not fruit), Paso Robles helps provide much needed respite to a world that seems to grow more hectic each day.
With a community of close to 30,000 friendly and down-to-earth citizens, Paso Robles is not only the fastest growing city in San Luis Obispo County, but is also home to some of the most unique natural resources and fascinating cultural events in the Western Hemisphere. Taste the fruit of the rich central California soil at one of the 175 wineries in the region; then make a meal out of it with a stop at one of the many chef's shops at the farmer's markets for some of the freshest, all natural produce that make most people reconsider fast food forever (the olive oil is particularly famous). Need to sweat away some stress? Let it evaporate into steamy mist at the Franklin Hot Springs where – thanks to the miracle of technology – the pungent smell normal to a hot mineral spring has been done away with, leaving only the good stuff!
