Atascadero city manager Jim Lewis points toward some of the new renovations along El Camino Real on June 27, 2025. Loreli Cappel, deputy director of economic & community development, listens in.

The structure had attracted hikers to the area, according to The Atascadero News, which reported that the 10-foot-tall "Atascadero obelisk was not attached to the ground, and could be knocked over ...

Atascadero completed a full renovation of downtown El Camino Real in 2025. Updates include added parking, new lighting, greenery and pedestrian access. City hosted a block party to mark project ...