Pozo Saloon was established in 1858 as part of a busy town nestled between the San Joaquin Valley and the Central Coast of California. Driving over Pozo Summit will take you across the rugged road that once connected San Luis Obispo County with the inland valley. At one time, Pozo boasted a hotel, two blacksmith shops, a general store, post office, numerous homes and ranches and its own school district. From Pozo, travelers could take Hi Mountain Road into Arroyo Grande, or continue on to Santa Margarita where the railroad would transport goods and passengers to the northern part of the state. The advent of the car, and the building off highways 58 and 46 heralded the end of Pozo as a stop for weary travelers. Today, only the Saloon and part of the Pozo Hotel are still standing. A proud part of San Luis Obispo County history, it is still a focal point for entertainment and celebrations.