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Want to check items off your bucket list without busting your budget? Come to Highway 1, a spellbinding stretch of road that’s not only free to drive, but offers lots of free attractions.

From foggy mornings to sun-soaked vineyards — pack for the possibilities that unfold along every magic mile Some pack for the practical. Others pack for possibility. Highway 1 doesn’t just take you places—it takes you...

Coast the road less traveled with these Highway 1 hidden gems There’s something magical about cruising down Highway 1 in summer: The salty breeze tousling your hair, the sparkling Pacific unfurling like a bolt of...

From Erin Gifford at AARP Spring can be a great time for a road trip, with mild weather, colorful flowers, and breathtaking landscapes – without the summer heat and crowds. According to AARP’s 2025 Travel Trends report, road...

This Earth Day, why not celebrate this natural wonder with an eco-conscious road trip along the coast?

Discover 10 Brilliant Viewing Points Where Crashing Waves Meet Starry Skies As twilight falls along coastal Highway 1, stars spark to life overhead, creating one of the best stargazing experiences in California. Here, the diamond-dusted...

Snap a stellar selfie along Highway 1! Whether you’re a photo-happy traveler with an eye for picking the right filter or a professional shutterbug with loads of gear, you’ll find incredible vistas worth breaking (braking?)...

Where Chill Ocean Breezes Meet Perfect Sun: Your Guide to The Best Summer Coolcations What is Coolcationing? Coolcationing turns down the heat on summer travel, allowing visitors to trade scorching destinations for more temperate adventures...

Spring Break, Highway 1 Style: Where Wild Meets Wanderlust Golden poppies sway in the salty breeze while the Pacific shimmers beyond rugged cliffs—this isn’t your average spring break. Welcome to Highway 1’s wild escape along...

Discover 25 Essential Experiences on California’s Highway 1 Every road trip is a blank page, and Highway 1 offers endless ways to fill yours with color. Here, California’s legendary coastline unfolds like a dream —...

Your Highway 1 Road Trip Guide to the Most Photogenic Trails Ready to fill your Instagram feed with jaw-dropping coastal views? This stunning stretch of Highway 1 is open and waiting to serve up some...

Chase the setting sun along California’s most iconic coastal route https://youtu.be/wdL_hl-T7yc Find all of the locations mapped for you on our Google Maps list. Discover fiery sunset views along Highway 1 this sunset season. From...

From cutting-edge culinary hotspots to newly-minted stays and revamped roadside destinations, Highway 1 is brimming with novelty.

Your scenic wine journey awaits on this iconic coastal route Sip with a view! Sun-kissed grapes, salty sea breezes and panoramic views—Highway 1’s wineries blend nature’s best ingredients. This stretch of California pairs stunning Pacific...

California leads the nation in the number of public EV charging stations, which makes road-tripping easy. You’ll find most EV charging stations spaced no more than 60 miles apart along the route.

Let’s hit the road! One of America’s most scenic byways, this iconic stretch of highway was designed for top tier summer fun.

From Ashlee Fechino Heavy rains earlier this month forced the shutdown of sections of scenic Highway 1 in Big Sur, as a portion of the roadway fell into the ocean. But that doesn’t mean you have to...

9 Sustainable travel tips for exploring Highway 1 Travel sustainably along Highway 1! Discover unforgettable opportunities to make a difference while exploring this scenic 50-mile stretch of coastline. Whether you lend a hand with trail...