Blog Category: Highway 1

From Erin Gifford at AARPSpring can be a great time for a …

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 night sky reveals wonders hidden by day, secrets that only emerge when the…

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?) for. In fact, Highway 1 tops the list as a nationally-recognized scenic byway—which…

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 across the globe. Beautiful, accessible and blissfully breezy, Highway 1 on the California…

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 the California Central Coast. The real magic happens when you let Highway 1…

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 of California’s most photogenic hiking…

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

Coast the road less traveled with these Highway 1 hidden gemsThere’s something magical about cruising down Highway 1 in summer: The salty breeze tousling your hair, the sparkling Pacific unfurling like a bolt of shimmering silk. But the real treasures? They’re just off the beaten path,…

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 cancel upcoming road…

From Cheryl Crabtree and Nancy Ransohoff at AAA Magazines When it comes to road trips, food sometimes takes a back seat to the sights, sounds, and scenery along the way, with meals often relegated to quick stops to fill our stomachs and stretch our legs.

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 clean-ups or embark on a guided kayak excursion, every eco-adventure…

There’s no doubt about it—Highway 1 is wild. With Elephant Seals sunbathing, Monarch Butterflies fluttering and seabirds soaring, there’s countless wildlife experiences unfolding along Highway 1’s 100 miles of Pacific coastline.

Join Highway 1 in celebrating ‘30 Days of Thanks’ this November There’s endless reasons to be thankful along Highway 1 on California’s scenic Central Coast. From awe-inspiring views and hidden waterfalls to delicious seafood and incredible wildlife sightings, counting our blessings is a sinch. This November, join local…

There’s no doubt about it: Fall is the best time of year to road trip along Highway 1. Thanks to mild weather and less crowded beaches, you’ll feel those relaxed Autumnal vibes in a big way.

It feels good to do good! Soak up the sun while diving into Stewardship Traveler for Good activities along awe-inspiring Central Coast beaches this September.