Paso Robles is a beautiful area consisting of rolling hills covered with grape vines and oak trees near the California coast. It had been our go to destination for a long weekend getaway when we lived in San Diego. From Temecula, it was a 5 hour drive.
Paso Robles
Compared to San Diego, Paso Robles summers are hotter and winters are colder and wetter. The east side of highway 101 is flatter with endless miles of vineyards. The west side of 101 has a lot of oak trees, hilly patches of vineyards, and is picturesque California wine country.
Paso Robles is midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Initially, the area was known for its cattle ranches, almond orchards and hot springs. The Spanish Missionaries established the Mission San Miguel and planted grape vines. Commercial winemaking started in 1882.
Cava Robles RV Resort
The nicest RV resort we have stayed at yet. It just opened this year. There are two pools, three hot tubs, a splash pad, walking trails, large sites, fire pits, fitness center, wine tasting, a bistro and bar.
There were numerous winter storms during our stay, limiting our activities, but we were treated with rainbows almost daily.
Our site was huge and private with nice views.
Jake loved the three dog parks.
He also enjoyed chasing the ground squirrels.
Plenty of bird watching.
Wine Tasting
There are a number of amazing wineries in Paso Robles. It would have been a task to visit the over 200 wineries in the month we stayed here. Instead, we only tasted a handful of our favorites.
Some of our favorites are the smaller boutique wineries where the owners pour and love to talk about their wine.
Many have won numerous awards.
There are so many good wineries that should satisfy every palate. Our consistent favorites are Jack Creek, Nadeau, Red Soles, Tobin James, Opolo, and Turley.
Chronic had some good commercial success and can be found at Costco. Their artwork is unique.
Food Scene
There are a number of very good restaurants in the area. We enjoy Thomas Hill Organics. Firestone Walker Brewing not only had a good beer selection, but their food was outstanding.
It was reminiscent of childhood fast food to see this retro McDonald’s golden arch.
Super Blood Wolf Moon
Total lunar eclipse. The skies were cloudy, but the full moon broke through during the eclipse. Super meaning the moon was at its closest to the earth. Wolf refers to the first full moon in January. Blood refers to the color cast on the moon by the earth during the eclipse.
