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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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  • Arcadian Adventures

    Arcadian Adventures

    San Luis Obispo
    Our mission is to provide our guests with bespoke itineraries of outdoor activities led by our dedicated guides.
  • Cobbo’s Beach House

    Cobbo’s Beach House

    Avila Beach
    Cobbo’s Beach House in Avila Beach, California is a contemporary vacation rental with over the top features and amenities.
  • Paragliding

    Paragliding

    Cayucos
    The sky is calling! Have you dreamed of soaring like a bird over the California coastline? Then paragliding is right for you!
  • Washington Post: Where the whales are Stewardship Travel Logo

    Washington Post: Where the whales are

    The Washington Post recently chronicled where the whales are, detailing their migratory patterns along the Pacific Coast. Each January and February these wondrous animals trek hundreds of miles along the Whale Trail. San Luis Obispo County is the proud home to 10…
  • Bolt About Electric Bike Rentals

    Bolt About Electric Bike Rentals

    Avila Beach
    Stop by the shop or reserve in advance, either way you can select from bikes and scooters both both kids and adults.
  • TripSavvy: 10 Tips to Go Road Tripping With Your Dog

    TripSavvy: 10 Tips to Go Road Tripping With Your Dog

    From TripSavvy Travel Tips:Getting behind the wheel and setting out for a road trip is a classic American experience, made even better with your hound by your side. You’ll find that you’ll have to make more frequent stops than you would…
  • USA Today: 10 great places to road-school your kids

    USA Today: 10 great places to road-school your kids

    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…
  • Downtown Stops Along Highway 1

    Downtown Stops Along Highway 1

    Cambria
    Who doesn’t love the hustle and bustle of an active downtown? Town greens and plazas provide a gateway to the best attractions a destination can offer, from historic landmarks to dining, shopping, and entertainment.
  • Kelsey Family Beach House

    Kelsey Family Beach House

    Avila Beach
    Looking for the perfect vacation rental in Avila Beach that’s affordable and spectacular? Look no further than the Kelsey Family Beach House.
  • Avila Beach Amongst the Oaks

    Avila Beach Amongst the Oaks

    Avila Beach
    This property has a definite flair and is located just a five minute walk from the heart of Avila Beach and its shops and restaurants.
  • Treehouse Studio in the Oaks

    Treehouse Studio in the Oaks

    Avila Beach
    Did you ever wish you had a treehouse? Now is your chance with the Treehouse Studio in the Oaks in Avila Beach.
  • Fishing California’s Highway 1

    Fishing California’s Highway 1

    San Simeon
    Plentiful waters invite fishing of all sorts here on our special stretch of Highway 1. Find yourself on an uncrowded white sand beach, surf fishing any one of our 100 miles of coastline.
  • Surfing Spots on Highway 1

    Surfing Spots on Highway 1

    San Simeon
    Once called “The Lost Coast” by Surfer Magazine, this rugged stretch of coastline boasts some of the best-kept secret surf spots in California.
  • Shopping on Highway 1

    Shopping on Highway 1

    Cambria
    Find locally-made art, ceramics, cheeses, wine, furniture, surfboards, herb and spice blends, soaps, candles, glasswares, jewelry, breads, books, souvenirs, clothing and more.
  • Best Places to Eat on Highway 1

    Best Places to Eat on Highway 1

    San Simeon
    Dining is a major attraction along our stretch of Highway 1 for good reason: the food, the views, and the ambiance are world-class. And not just in one or two towns — options abound in every destination here.
  • Golf Courses of Highway 1

    Golf Courses of Highway 1

    Our unique stretch of Highway 1 boasts mild year-round weather, picture-perfect ocean views, sandy beaches and wine country — ideal conditions for golf.
  • Travel safely along Highway 1

    Travel safely along Highway 1

    #StaySafe and be amazed along SLO CAL’s secluded coast#StaySafe while you take in SLO CAL’s spectacular sights. Discover untouched sanctuaries, secluded beaches and surprising wildlife as you venture safely along Highway 1, one…
  • Farm to Table Near Highway 1 Stewardship Travel Logo

    Farm to Table Near Highway 1

    Nipomo
    The stretch of Highway 1 between Ragged Point and Nipomo owes much of its magic to remarkably authentic farm-to-table abundance.