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A beautiful park frequented and cherished by locals; Centennial Parkway opened to the public in 1975 as a memorial to the city’s centennial celebration. It came to life through the hard work of community volunteers and the thoughtful design of an architecture student from California Polytechnic State University. In the park, guests can find the landmark Centennial Stairway, which was made from recycled redwood, and two former city water tanks, along with the iconic giant chessboard—one of only two in the United States. Over the years, more chess tables and benches have been added around the giant board, welcoming anyone wanting to test their wits with a round of chess.

806 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, California 93442

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