Blog Category: Must See Spots

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…

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.

Vacation days were made to be enjoyed! Spend your hard-earned days off along Highway 1.

Pack the cell phone charger, sunscreen, and extra snacks, and get ready to hit the road for the ultimate road trip on California’s Highway 1.

Cliff-climbers, ocean paddlers and eager explorers of all ages: If top secret thrills, chills and action are what you seek, look no further. We’re unveiling Highway 1’s most enticing hidden romps along the sea, sand and sky!

From breathtaking ocean views coveted by nature photographers of all levels to sunny beachside photo opps ready for family smiles, you’ll soon discover why Highway 1 is known as one of the most photogenic coastal wonders in the world.

Pick up a rental car from LA, roll back the sunroof, and get ready to enjoy these less-traveled PCH highlights—all of which are just as fantastic as the world-famous ones.

Ever wonder why we call it the Highway 1 “Discovery” Route?Simple: This stretch of 101 miles through coastal San Luis Obispo County begs to be discovered.Along its twists and turns, every inch of Highway 1’s untouched shoreline contains vast worlds to explore. Each step through quiet forests, historic landmarks, and…

Cayucos Tide Pools This locals’- favorite beach in San Luis Obispo County (SLO Cal)  showcases amazing tide pool locations for visitors to explore. They may be harder to find but the scenery and location is definitely worth the visit. These tide pools are located at the base…

Estero Bluffs State Park Estero Bluffs State Park is located north of Cayucos and west of Highway One from the intersection of North Ocean Street to Villa Creek. The park is approximately 355 acres consisting of grassland-dominated coastal terrace that slopes from Highway One to the Pacific Ocean.

Historic Cass House Cass House – In 1875, Cayucos was composed of Captain Cass’ store, warehouse, private dwelling, and wharf, and in the distance stood a lone ranch house.  Captain Cass’ house was built approximately between the time of his arrival in San Luis Obispo in 1867 and 1875. All of the building materials…

The Gateway to Big Sur, The Black Swift Falls Trail Delivers Epic Views Ragged Point, home of the ‘Million Dollar View’ showcasing barren, steep cliffs rushing into the sea is a landmark stop for travelers on an iconic Highway 1 Road Trip. Towering 400 feet above the Pacific Ocean,…

Seals, Plankton, and Sea Creatures, Oh My! Adventure awaits on the Iconic Highway 1 at the Coastal Discovery Center When you hear San Simeon, the first thing that comes to mind most often is the historic Hearst Castle nestled in the Santa Lucia mountain…

Avila Wine Trail Nestled beneath the sheltering hills of Point San Luis and the Avila lighthouse, the Avila Wine Trail features family-owned and operated wine venues offering award-winning vintages that capture the essence of wine making on the Central Coast. From downtown beachfront wine tasting rooms to the See…

10 Instagram-able momentsRepost from SFGate.comIt was a crazy winter, but great news for all you California coast sun seekers: Highway 1 Road Trip is open and jam-packed with stop after stop of outdoor adventures, pristine beaches, wine tasting, historical activities, fresh seafood, breathtaking views,…

The Historic Oceano Train Depot The Oceano Train Depot is in near-original condition as when it was in use and is open for tours of this 1904 train depot that remains virtually untouched. The Oceano Depot was once the most important building in South San Luis…