Top Mother’s Day Activities on the Central Coast
Top Mother’s Day Activities on the Central Coast
By Tracey Winikoff
May 11th is a very special day.
Our mothers, grandmothers, wives, sisters, and daughters (depending on your stage of life) all deserve to be celebrated.
After all, it’s Mother’s Day!
How will you spend the day honoring the beloved women in your life on our beautiful Central Coast?
Brunch? Perhaps a little outdoor adventure? How about a day at the spa?
Look no further. We have several fun and easy ideas sure to win their hearts. Best of all, they require little effort—nothing grand needed from home or storage—just yourselves.
Pampering at the Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort & Spa
What woman could resist a day of wellness and pure relaxation? Especially one tucked away in the lush Avila hills.
The award-winning Spa at Sycamore has a few goodies up its sleeve that will leave your fabulous ladies feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
All treatments begin with a private 30-minute soak in the serene mineral springs to help unwind, followed by a 60-minute massage or facial. Their day of pampering includes being lavished with mimosa mocktails, delectable sweets, and a complimentary foot scrub.
Be sure to make reservations early since spots fill quickly. Contact the spa at (805) 595-7302 or spa@smsr.com for more information.
Oceanside Brunch at the Dolphin Bay Resort
Lido Restaurant & Lounge at the Dolphin Bay Resort in Pismo Beach offers a seaside brunch for Mother’s Day overlooking exquisite gardens and the shimmering ocean.
Mother’s Day Brunch costs $75 per person and includes a three-course prix fixe menu and one 'MOMosa' while dining either on the patio or in the dining room.
Appetizers include decadent shrimp and crab fritters. Entrees include blackened salmon, braised short ribs, or traditional Eggs Benedict. For a sweet ending to your meal, consider the strawberry shortcake bread pudding, chocolate torte, or vanilla crème brûlée.
Reservations are required. For more information, contact (805) 773-8900 or visit https://www.thedolphinbay.com.
Hiking at the Pismo Preserve
For the adventurous women in your lives, hiking at the Pismo Preserve offers fresh air, exceptional views, and more than 11 miles of trails spanning 880 acres.
From panoramic Pacific Ocean vistas to peaceful oak woodlands, there are trails to suit every ability. Loads of sunshine and moss-covered trees greet you every turn.
In addition to hiking, there are trails for mountain bikers (no E-bikes) and equestrians as well.
The whole family is welcome, including dogs (on leash). Just be sure to bring water and sunscreen.
The Pismo Preserve is open daily from dawn to dusk, excluding wet weather. For more information, call (805) 544-9096.
From the spa to brunch to outdoor fun, the extraordinary women in your lives will feel celebrated and appreciated. Mother’s Day is the perfect way to bring them joy, create new memories, and most of all, show them how much they’re loved.
