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Your ultimate guide to the best things to do along the iconic Highway 1. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the California coast, from the grandeur of Hearst Castle to lazy beach-side hamlets. Discover hidden gems, encounter diverse wildlife, and indulge in the region’s vibrant art and culture. Let this comprehensive resource be your compass for an unforgettable road trip adventure.

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Oceano Dunes

Piedras Blancas Lighthouse

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  • Fisherman’s Beach

    Fisherman’s Beach

    San Luis Obispo
    No matter what time of day it is, you will more than likely find dogs running free through the surf.
  • Pecho Coast Trail Docent Hikes to Point San Luis Lighthouse with PG&E Stewardship Travel Logo

    Pecho Coast Trail Docent Hikes to Point San Luis Lighthouse with PG&E

    San Luis Obispo
    The secluded beaches, rugged cliffs and broad coastal terraces of the Pecho Coast have been privately owned and inaccessible to the public since the Spanish Mission Period. 
  • San Carpoforo Creek

    San Carpoforo Creek

    San Simeon
    The San Carpoforo Creek Beach Access is the northernmost portion of the state-owned properties in Hearst San Simeon State Park.
  • Harford Pier

    Harford Pier

    San Luis Obispo
    A small town relic, the Harford Pier is a historic monument to the bygone eras of sea commerce 
  • South Bay Community Center

    South Bay Community Center

    Los Osos
    Built in 1986 by the citizens of Los Osos, the South Bay Community Center is unique in that its funds for operation come entirely from rentals and private donations.
  • Arroyo Laguna Beach

    Arroyo Laguna Beach

    San Simeon
    Arroyo Laguna Beach is a windsurfing and kiteboarding spot along the northern San Luis Obispo Coast.
  • Oceano Airport

    Oceano Airport

    Oceano
    The County Airport in Oceano is located just a few minutes walk from some of the most beautiful coastline in California.
  • California Coastal National Monument

    California Coastal National Monument

    San Simeon
    Connecting the Pacific Ocean with the land, the California Coastal National Monument provides unique coastal habitat for marine-dependent wildlife and vegetation
  • Pasadena Drive Beach Access

    Pasadena Drive Beach Access

    Los Osos
    Hiking, kayaking and a labyrinth!
  • Oceano Park Campground & Lagoon

    Oceano Park Campground & Lagoon

    Oceano
    Oceano Park and Campground was once a favorite hunting and fishing ground of the Chumash Indians.
  • Hazard Canyon Reef

    Hazard Canyon Reef

    Los Osos
    Hazard Canyon Reef, located within Montaña de Oro State Park, is a gorgeous beach with tide pools and scenic views.
  • Santa Rosa Chapel & Cambria Cemetery

    Santa Rosa Chapel & Cambria Cemetery

    Cambria
    The Santa Rosa Chapel, a National Historic Registry landmark and one of the oldest churches in San Luis Obispo County, was built in 1870.
  • Lampton Cliffs Park

    Lampton Cliffs Park

    Cambria
    Lampton Cliffs Park is a 2.1-acre park with trails and benches overlooking the sea.
  • Camp Ocean Pines

    Camp Ocean Pines

    Cambria
    Our camp in Cambria was established in 1946 to serve the community as a non-profit camp and a conference center.
  • Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay Stewardship Travel Logo

    Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay

    San Simeon
    Located on beautiful San Simeon Bay, the Coastal Discovery Center celebrates the connection between land and seas.
  • Black Hill Trail

    Black Hill Trail

    Morro Bay
    From the mountain's 640-foot summit, you can view the Morro Bay Estuary, the sand spit, and the hills of nearby Montaña de Oro.
  • Quarry Trail

    Quarry Trail

    Los Osos
    The Quarry Trail skirts the southern flank of Cerro Cabrillo, past the rubble piles of an abandoned quarry site used for road construction in the 1950s.
  • Junge Ranch Trail

    Junge Ranch Trail

    San Simeon
    Junge Ranch Trail - Hearst San Simeon State Park is a 2.2 mile out and back trail located near Cambria