PISMO BEACH SURF FIELD GUIDE
Hiking with the G.O.A.T.s: A 90‑Minute Surf Goat Hike Above Pismo’s Pacific
A 1 hour 30 minute guided outing with The Surfing Goats on Pismo Preserve that pairs sweeping ocean panoramas with goat antics, selfies and a fresh-shot of goat milk.
Hiking with the G.O.A.T.s: A 90‑Minute Surf Goat Hike Above Pismo’s Pacific.
On the coastal ridgelines of Pismo Preserve, a small herd of famous surfing goats leads a compact, 90‑minute hike that trades the usual summit selfie for bleats, head butts and a souvenir shot of fresh goat milk. The outing mixes panoramic Pacific views with hands‑on animal moments—feeding, petting, milking and staged photos—anchored by an operator known as The Surfing Goats.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Pacific panoramas from Pismo Preserve
The hike climbs through the Holy Hills on Pismo Preserve and opens onto sweeping, panoramic views of the Pacific—an elemental backdrop for photos and goat encounters.
Goat antics and goat selfies
Expect playful goat behavior throughout the walk: friendly head butts, posing for pictures, and plenty of opportunities to get close and capture memorable selfies with the goats.
Learn to milk and taste fresh goat milk
The experience concludes with a hands‑on milking demonstration and a freshly squeezed shot of goat milk—Grover’s milk served straight from the source is a signature finish to the hike.
What the day feels like
What the hour and a half feels like
Over 90 minutes you follow the herd and guides up the Holy Hills of Pismo Preserve, trading ordinary trail time for close encounters with the Surfing Goats—stops for photos, feeding and petting punctuate the ascent, and the outing wraps with a milking lesson and a shot of fresh goat milk.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits—and what to consider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Meeting point is at Pismo Preserve (80 Mattie Rd, Pismo Beach, CA 93449); the outing is operated by The Surfing Goats and lasts 1 hour and 30 minutes.
The experience includes a freshly squeezed shot of goat milk, pictures with the goats, instruction in how to milk a goat, and opportunities to pet and feed the goats.
Operator materials do not list specific required gear; plan for a short hike on preserve trails and dress for sun and coastal wind.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Surf Goat Hike?
The hike is 1 hour and 30 minutes long.
Where do we meet for the hike?
The meeting location is Pismo Preserve, 80 Mattie Rd, Pismo Beach, CA 93449.
What does the trip include?
Included are a freshly squeezed shot of goat milk, pictures with the goats, instruction on how to milk a goat, and opportunities to pet and feed the goats.
Will I get to milk a goat or try goat milk?
Yes—participants learn how to milk a goat and may try a fresh shot of goat milk at the end of the hike.
What can I expect to see on the hike?
Expect a guided ascent through the Holy Hills of Pismo Preserve with panoramic Pacific Ocean views and multiple goat interaction opportunities, including selfies and playful behavior.