[…]Valley/Arroyo Grande Valley), Los Osos/Baywood Park, Oceano/Nipomo Tourism Board, and San Simeon/Ragged Point Tourism Alliance, Highway 1 Road Trip and its affiliate agents a perpetual, transferable, non-exclusive, worldwide license to: (a) use, copy, transmit, distribute, reproduce, modify, create derivative works from, adapt, combine with other ideas or works, publish, translate, […]
Imagine the road trip of your life, gliding past uncrowded beaches and wine grapes ripening in the sun. California dreaming? Think again. Highway 1 is the most iconic roadway in California, but not all sections are created equal. The length that passes along the coast through San Luis Obispo County […]
[…]get a chance to work alongside locals helping preserve our trails. Learn MoreSan Simeon & Ragged PointDrive Highway 1 between these two towns, and you’ll understand right away what makes this stretch of road a Scenic Byway. Afterward, paddle in a quiet bay, learn about the ancient Chumash people, watch […]
Description Highway 1 travelers looking for a place to stay will find Sands by the Sea to be a welcoming stop. This conveniently located motel prides itself on friendly service and affordable accommodations. Guests will find the comfort and convenience to make the whole family happy. Traveling with a group? […]
[…]on one of the most beautiful stretches of Highway 1, and just a short drive south of Big Sur and Ragged Point, this is part of an epic road trip. When you arrive here, plan to unwind and relax in this welcoming town. If you love to learn a little […]
Description Cavalier Oceanfront Resort is the only oceanfront hotel in San Simeon. Located on the west side of historic Highway 1, this family owned property offers stunning views. Its location on a seaside bluff overlooking the Pacific is the perfect getaway for guests. Location You might find yourself not wanting […]
Description Coast Riders Inn in San Simeon, California, welcomes you to stay during your next Highway 1 getaway. This independently owned motel offers respite to travelers taking the road trip of a lifetime along the Pacific coast. Location Visitors will find much to do in and around San Simeon. Many […]
[…]these marine mammals mate, molt, give birth and rest each year. It’s also only 24 miles south of Ragged Point—the gateway to California’s rugged Big Sur coastline, with its hiking trails, campgrounds and awe-inspiring natural views. Approximately 100 Clydesdale horses roam freely on the grounds of Cambria’s 2,000-acre Covell Ranch. Tours […]
[…]along the Highway 1 Discovery Route showcases the diversity of this abundant place. From Ragged Point to Nipomo, each corner of coastal SLO CAL has its own distinctive flora, fauna, and history. More About hiking […]
[…]Cuming said. “Our idea was to create a 17-mile drive on steroids.” At the top of the route is Ragged Point, San Simeon and Cambria, which include picturesque sites such as Hearst Castle and the Pacific Coast Wine Trail. Visitors can then head to the Morro Bay estuary to explore […]
[…]Valley, Nipomo, Oceano, Avila Beach, Los Osos / Baywood Park, Cayucos, Cambria, San Simeon, and Ragged Point. We stay in Cambria; its central location lets us sample a little of everything in 3 days. Come along with us – discover what you can see and do! See the full journey […]
[…]for one of these adventures. HERE’S THE BIG SECRET: WITH THE HIGHWAY CLOSED FROM MONTEREY TO RAGGED POINT, THERE IS SIGNIFICANTLY LESS MOTOR VEHICLE TRAFFIC, WHICH MEANS CYCLISTS CAN RULE THE ROAD. Though this highway closure is not optimal for many of the quaint tourist destinations along the Central Coast, […]
[…]environmentalism and customer engagement. Established in 2013, STP involves businesses from Ragged Point to as far South as Nipomo and offers 70 activities to engage tourists and locals alike. Activities range from aiding in the restoration of trails in Montaña de Oro, volunteer to work at the Nipomo Native Garden, […]
From Patricia Doherty at Travel + Leisure, the best West Coast road trips:Stretching from San Diego, California, to Blaine, Washington, the West Coast of the United States encompasses over 1,370 miles from top to bottom. With so much beauty lying in between, including striking mountains, stunning national parks, and of course, […]
From USA Today’s 10 Great Places:From the California coast to Cape CodWhile many schools offer remote learning this year, a growing number of families plan to “road school,” which has children attending virtual classes while on extended family trips. Others home-school – parents teach children while families travel, often living in an RV […]
Enjoy a drive on one the 8 national scenic byways in California From Diane Blair and Patricia Wright at WestwaysWith international travel restricted over much of the last year and fewer travelers boarding planes, many Americans seeking fresh scenery have rediscovered a love for hitting the road. Among sought-after routes […]
[…]See Canyon Road at mile 1. Here begins the climb, but it stays fairly gentle until mile 5. At that point, the elevation gains 700 feet in just 1.5 miles. Wind through quiet pasture lands, apple orchards, and farmstands like Gopher Glen, where apples can be tasted and purchased in […]
[…]of the scenic Port San Luis Harbor Adventure Tour to the excitement of the sea caves at Fossil Point and Shell Beach, they have tours for all ages and ability levels. Avila Beach Paddlesports is the only outfitter on the Central Coast that has exclusive access to the historic Point […]
[…]yet, hike the Moonstone Beach Trail, an out-and-back 3-mile walk that provides a high vantage point and tide pool exploring. Find the trail at the start of Moonstone Beach Drive and wind northwest through a pine forest to Santa Rosa Creek. Sea Otter Videos in Morro Bay Estuary Sea Otter […]
[…]the piers and lighthouses along Highway 1. The Piedras Blancas Light Station in San Simeon and the Point San Luis Lighthouse in Avila Beach served as beacons along the shoreline. Both were built in the late 19th century to protect offshore vessels from the rocky cliffs, ensuring the health of […]
