Explore Morro Bay local geography, civic resources and voter guides, with dated official population and registration facts for San Luis Obispo County.
At a glance: Morro Bay is an incorporated city in San Luis Obispo County. Population: 10,307 (California Department of Finance estimate as of January 1, 2026). Registered voters: 8,038 (California Secretary of State, as of September 4, 2026).
Morro Bay is organized around a protected harbor, the estuary, and the volcanic landmark of Morro Rock. Its working waterfront and coastal neighborhoods sit between the Pacific and the hills of western San Luis Obispo County. Tidelands Park at the south end of the Embarcadero combines bay views with nautical-themed play equipment and picnic facilities. Public waterfront infrastructure also supports boating, illustrating the city's unusual mix of recreation and harbor services. Morro Bay incorporated on July 17, 1964. It is a general-law city with a council-manager government, with municipal offices on Harbor Street.
Tidelands Park has a pirate-ship play feature and other nautical-themed equipment.
The city lists a fish-cleaning station, a side-tie dock, and related boating amenities. Check current availability with the city.
The San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder publishes official election results and voter information.
8,038 (California Secretary of State, as of September 4, 2026).
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