OUR POSTED SIGNS EXPLAINED:

Keep enjoying the water!

The phrase "pass by permission" means we are happily and officially giving our community the green light to use the inlet for strolling, walking dogs, watching the sunset, launching boats, and enjoying the view. You are completely welcome here.

Why the sign is there:

California law (Civil Code 1008) simply requires property owners to formally state that the access is a neighborhood privilege rather than a permanent public roadway. It lets us keep the inlet open to our neighbors without permanently giving up control of the private land.

Keeping it peaceful:

The "subject to control" part allows us to manage the space responsibly so it remains safe and clean for everyone. To keep things peaceful for the nearby homes, we ask that all activities and visits take place during daylight hours and that no late-night gatherings or loud activities occur down at the inlet after dark.

We love being part of this community and are so glad we can share this beautiful access with you. All we ask in return is that everyone helps us protect the neighborhood peace, packs out their trash, and treats the inlet with care.

POSTED POLICIES | FAQ

If your sail boat is over 8 ft long: You must fully register the vessel. The California DMV will issue a Certificate of Number, a Certificate of Ownership (title), and registration stickers.
Registered hulls must display the assigned CF numbers in block letters at least 3 inches tall on both sides of the forward bow, with the registration decals placed within 3 inches of those numbers.

The California DMV explicitly exempts all manually propelled vessels (including kayaks, canoes, and rowboats) from registration requirements, completely regardless of their length
Label your boat. Write your name and phone number on the boat using a marine-grade marker, waterproof vinyl lettering, or paint, positioned so it's easy to see even when the boat is stored upside down.
When you bring your boat ashore, you want to make sure it doesn't float away with the tide,
Always pull past the high tide line: Look for the wet sand line, debris, or seaweed marks that show where the highest water recently reached. Pull your entire kayak or canoe completely above this mark. In places with big tidal shifts like Morro Bay, a boat left on the wet shoreline can float away in less than an hour. SCI is currently researching options for safe and unobtrusive boat tie-down tethers.
On sailing vessels, securing all lines and halyards means tying down, organizing, and tensioning every rope on the sailboat so nothing is left loose, tangled, or banging against the mast or rigging.
Boat trailers or trolleys may not be stored at Cuesta Inlet.
Boats, not regularly in use must be removed from this property and May NOT be stored at Cuesta Inlet.
If you actively use your boat on a regular basis, you are welcome to keep it at the Inlet! However, if your boat is only used occasionally or has been sitting idle for a while, we kindly ask that you take it home to your property .
Standing water turns the boat into a breeding ground for mosquitoes, algae, and mold, which quickly destroys vinyl seats, canvas covers, and lines.
If your kayak or canoe is empty, flip it completely upside down on the dry sand. This prevents a sudden rainstorm or breaking waves from filling the hull with heavy water (which can warp or crush the boat). Remove all loose equipment or debris.
Love our Inlet? Pack it away! Please keep Cuesta Inlet clean by picking up all pet waste, pet waste bags and trash!
Save Cuesta Inlet LLC, is not responsible for the safety, security, or monitoring of watercraft left at the inlet.
Boat owners assume all responsibility for securing their own vessels against theft, damage, or tides.