Outdoors things to do in San Luis Obispo

We rank 8 outdoor things to do in San Luis Obispo, United States. The highest scoring is Electric Bike Rental in Morro Bay with an Outty Ranking of 81 out of 100, and prices across the category start at $15 per person. Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

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Outdoors in San Luis Obispo compared

Top 8 outdoor things to do in San Luis Obispo by Outty Ranking, price, duration and traveler rating
ExperienceOutty RankingFromDurationRating
Electric Bike Rental in Morro Bay81$251h5/5 (68)
Guided E-Bike Tour of Morro Bay81$952h5/5 (115)
3-Hour Kayaking and Hiking in California’s Central Coast66$1303h4.9/5 (21)
PCH: Big Sur Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey & Morro Bay65$152h4/5 (104)
Pacific Coast Highway San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara Audio Tour53$158h0/5 (0)
Dune Buggy, UTV or ATV Experience at Pismo Beach50$1402h3.7/5 (197)
Coastal Hiking Adventures on California's Central Coast48$1504h5/5 (1)
San Luis Obispo Venture Fitness Retreats42$2999144h0/5 (0)

Every outdoors experience we rank in San Luis Obispo

Outdoors in San Luis Obispo: common questions

What are the best outdoors things to do in San Luis Obispo?
Electric Bike Rental in Morro Bay is the highest ranked, with an Outty Ranking of 81 out of 100 from 68 traveler reviews. Guided E-Bike Tour of Morro Bay, 3-Hour Kayaking and Hiking in California’s Central Coast, PCH: Big Sur Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey & Morro Bay follow close behind. We rank 8 outdoors experiences in San Luis Obispo in total.
How much do outdoors activities in San Luis Obispo cost?
Expect around $446 per person on average. The cheapest we rank is PCH: Big Sur Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey & Morro Bay from $15, and prices climb for small-group departures, skip-the-line access and evening slots.
Can I book outdoors activities in San Luis Obispo for today?
Yes. 8 of the 8 top-ranked outdoors experiences we track in San Luis Obispo currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book in the morning where you can.
How does Outty rank outdoors experiences in San Luis Obispo?
Every experience gets an Outty Ranking from 0 to 100 built from traveler sentiment, review depth, recent booking momentum, value against comparable outdoors options in San Luis Obispo, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Anything scoring 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.
When is the best time to visit San Luis Obispo?
Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in San Luis Obispo, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities.