
Tres Pinos is about five miles south of Hollister. Highway 25 runs through the business section of the quaint little town of 476 residents, so you can't miss it.
In Spanish, Tres Pinos means three pines. But, in this Tres Pinos, the three pines do not exist. Originally, the town was called Paicines, after the Indian tribe of the area. About five miles to the south of the current Tres Pinos is an even smaller town by the name of Paicines. Uh-huh. You got it. Once upon the same time, that village was called Tres Pinos for the three pines that stood alongside the nearby creek. Why the name switch? Click here for the story.
Things to Do
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The San Benito County Historic Park |
By the way, don't be surprised if you suddenly hear a strange flutter above you and then the sight of legs sticking out from under colorful parachutes. The field across from the church is the drop zone for Skydive Hollister, the local skydiving outfit.
If you're into golf, or just want to hit a bucket of balls, stop by the Bolado Park Golf Club, about half-a-mile or less down the road. It's a public golf course with 9 holes.
Or, if it's history that you want to escape into, stop at the nearby San Benito County Historical and Recrational Park to wander through the Historical Village. There's also a short trail that goes along the hillside above the park. Nice far-away views from there.
The San Benito County Fairgrounds, more popularly known as Bolado Park, is also located in Tres Pinos. RV camping is available year-round on the lovely grounds. Two of the largest events held there each year are the San Benito County Saddle Horse Show & Rodeo in June and, of course, the County Fair, which will be from October 4 to 6 this year.
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Crepes from Flapjack's Country Cafe |
Restaurants
When you're hungry, you don't have to go far to fill your tummies with yummy food and drink. Heading back north from Bolado Park on Highway 25, your choices include:
- Club House Grill at the Bolado Park Golf Club
- 19th Hole Booze & Food
- Inn at Tres Pinos
- Flapjack's Country Cafe
- La Fogata
Organic Crops
Some of the best tasting chickens, eggs, and walnuts are produced in Tres Pinos. Paul and Leti Hain of Hain Ranch Organics sell their products at farmers markets and through the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. Folks can also purchase their goods directly at their farm on harvest days. You can't get any fresher than that! Check out their website for details. Be sure to watch the video in which Paul describes how he raises the chickens.
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A delivery of chickies to the Hain Ranch Organics. |
Hope your on commision for that little write up, sound a nice little place.
ReplyDeleteLOL! Wish that I was. Thanks. :-)
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