Local favourite viewpoint · San Luis Obispo, California

Davis Canyon

Davis Canyon is a viewpoint in San Luis Obispo, California.

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Davis Canyon: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: usually quiet; mostly local visitors. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Davis Canyon

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Crowd: Usually quiet; mostly local visitors.

Typical week: Mon quiet · Tue quiet · Wed quiet · Thu quiet · Fri light · Sat light · Sun light.

Visiting Davis Canyon: tips

  • Go at sunrise or sunset for the best light; carry a warm layer.

How to reach Davis Canyon — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 35.22227, -120.74601. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

    Places to visit near Davis Canyon

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit Davis Canyon?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Usually quiet; mostly local visitors.

    What are the places to visit near Davis Canyon?

    Nearby: Laguna Lake Park (lake, 8 km), Point San Luis Lighthouse (beach, 9 km), Cerro San Luis Obispo (viewpoint, 11 km), Eldwayen Ocean Park (sanctuary, 12 km), Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa (church, 12 km), Bishop Peak (viewpoint, 12 km).