Can see why this Sacramento inmate is there because Avila Beach has many hiding

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..spots. There's even a spot called Smugglers Cave there...

SLO County deputies search for suspect in Avila Beach

According to Cipolla, the man had escaped by cutting off his ankle bracelet. According to emergency scanner traffic, at one point in the search, deputies were following two men who appeared to be attempting to hide among the people on the beach. A California Highway Patrol helicopter was also called to the scene to aid in the search. Cipolla said the suspect was taken into custody around 4:30 p.m. without incident.

Been there, and took these photos...good fishing spot with it's double pier: