Jalama

Earlier this month I dusted off the camping gear and headed down the 101 for a fun filled weekend with a few good friends. After living on the Central Coast for four years I thought I had experienced everything worth experiencing. I was wrong. Who would have thought a beach oasis would exist 20 miles down an obscure road in the quiet town of Lompoc. After following this windy road through luscious green hills and picturesque vistas we reached the coast. The white sandy beach known as Jalama extended for miles in each direction protected by sheer cliffs and the rocky coastline. The pristine swells just off the shore make this a surfers paradise, and since it's well off the beaten path its a well kept secret by the locals. Aside from the Jalama Beach Store and Grill, home of the famous "Jalama Burger" you won't find any signs of civilization for miles.

If it wasn't for the wind I don't think I'd ever want to leave this place. Tent camping on the beach + tornado like winds = sand everywhere. Let's just say that the next time I break out my tent I'll be bringing the beach with me. Unfortunately round 1 went to the wind and we had to cut out a day early to take refuge at a friend's house in San Luis Obispo.

In the end it was a good time had by all, and I managed to grab a couple of sweet pics. Hopefully we'll go back to battle the wind another day.