The 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 helped connect 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 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.

Group of young Pozo residents. Saloon is in the background. Photo was taken around 1870.	Gentlemen gossiping in front of Pozo Hotel located adjacent to Pozo Saloon. Photo circa 1879. The Pozo Hotel is now a private residence.	General Store and blacksmith shop. Circa 1870. Town of Pozo.
Town of Pozo with Pozo Saloon in foreground. Circa 1870.	Inside Pozo Saloon. Mahogany back bar from 1850s	Pozo school children line up for school. Circa 1870