Leucadia - South
California, USA
5,800
* Approximate Steps:
Arbitrary Adventure Level:
3
Leucadia: Where Bohemian Charm Meets Coastal Splendor
The quiet beach community of Leucadia was founded in the 1800’s by a group of English spiritualists, bringing with them a love of religious freedom and a penchant for Greek history and mythology. They renamed the town Leucadia, Greek for “place of shelter, isle of paradise” after a tiny island off the coast of Greece. As the town grew, the English settlers named all the streets after Greek gods and goddesses.
Over the years, Leucadia's unique coastal charm and artistic community has attracted free spirits and creatives, fostering a bohemian atmosphere that still permeates the town to this day. Just don’t mockingly call it “Quaaludia”, the locals aren’t that laid back about their lovely town, despite the number of friendly golden retrievers you are sure to notice on your stroll.
Our walk starts at Solterra Winery, goes down Coast Highway 101 to Pannikin Coffee & Tea, located in the historic Santa Fe Railroad Station, then west to Stone Steps Beach, up the coast to Beacon's Beach, and back to the shops and restaurants along Highway 101. If you want to walk on the beach between Stone Steps and Beacon's, you'll need to catch it at low tide.
Sip.
Places to Eat
A cute cafe that not only has some tasty eats but boasts a 100% GF facility.
Eat.
Things to See
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See.
Parking
Free 2-hour street parking along the west side of Highway 101. Free day parking (in the dirt) along the east side of Highway 101.
Restrooms
Restrooms available at Pannikin and Solterra Winery.
Wine Walking Pro Tip: For a longer walk, combine with Leucadia - North!
Leucadia - South
* An average person takes about 2,000 steps to walk one mile.
Disclaimer Stuff:
Walks are self-guided and routes are estimates only. Use good judgment as road, sidewalk, and trail conditions can change. Weather, tides, beach erosion, and wave conditions can change the difficulty and safety of the walk. Sip responsibly. Urban Wine Walkers assumes no responsibility for injury, death, blisters, sunburn, jaywalking tickets, or parking violations while you are on your walk.