Port San Luis Harbor District manages and oversees the waterfront and marina operations at Avila Beach, California. The district provides a variety of services including fishing and boating access, mooring, RV camping, special events permits, and payment options for citations or fees. A key feature of the harbor is the historic Avila Pier, originally constructed in 1908. Over the years, it has experienced repeated storm damage and underwent multiple renovations. The pier was closed in June 2015 following structural engineering recommendations. Since then, the Harbor District has conducted detailed assessments, load capacity analyses, and community meetings to evaluate options for repair, replacement, or redesign. A nonprofit, Friends of Avila Pier, works alongside the Harbor District to raise awareness and funds for the pier’s rehabilitation. The organization is a 501(c)(3), allowing tax-deductible contributions and gifts to support the project. Port San Luis Harbor District also provides updates on pier studies, underwater pile surveys, and project milestones, ensuring the community remains informed about restoration efforts. Contact Information: 3950 Avila Beach Drive, P.O. Box 249, Avila Beach, CA 93424 Phone: 805-595-5400 | Fax: 805-595-5404 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm (closed noon–1 pm) Website: Port San Luis Harbor District Services include mooring, boating, fishing, camping reservations, special event permits, and annual licenses. The harbor is committed to community engagement, accessibility, and the preservation of Avila Beach’s maritime heritage.

SLO Tours offers exclusive private charters and tours on their 32-foot Glacier Bay Power Catamaran 'Obispeno' in San Luis Obispo Bay, Avila Beach, and Pismo Beach areas. Experiences include whale watching, harbor cruises, sea cave tours, lighthouse adventures, and wildlife viewing of sea lions, otters, dolphins, and humpback whales, with small group personalized tours.

Avila Beach Whale Watching / Port San Luis Harbor Tours / Central Coast Sailing is a small family-owned and operated charter business offering whale watching, coastal tours, and sailing charters from Port San Luis Harbor. It provides educational, safe, family-oriented marine experiences with skilled captains emphasizing customer service, marine ecosystem knowledge, and vessel maintenance.