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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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  • Hearst Castle Zebras

    Hearst Castle Zebras

    San Simeon
    What’s black and white and visible from Highway 1? Believe it or not, zebras are a common sight for drivers passing Hearst Castle, between San Simeon and Ragged Point. The gorgeously striped species is native to Africa, but the herd here descends from zebras in William Randolph…

  • Hearst Zebra Photo Courtesy of @pixelsonparade Instagram

  • Zebra mom and Colt Hearst Castle

  • Hearst Zebras

  • Highway 1 among the 25 Best Fall Trips in the World

    Highway 1 among the 25 Best Fall Trips in the World

    Located roughly halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, San Luis Obispo County unspools for more than 80 miles along California’s Central Coast.
  • Highway 1’s Hidden Secrets: Through a Photographer’s Lens

    Highway 1’s Hidden Secrets: Through a Photographer’s Lens

    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.
  • TripSavvy’s 10 Best Things to do Along Highway 1 Road Trip

    TripSavvy’s 10 Best Things to do Along Highway 1 Road Trip

    Expect elephant seals and monarch butterfly preserves, white sandy beaches and wineries, a world-famous castle, and some of the freshest food in the state.
  • 6 Reasons Wine Tasting on Highway 1 is Unique

    6 Reasons Wine Tasting on Highway 1 is Unique

    From the beach to the vineyard, unique wine tasting experiences abound along Highway 1. With diverse wine trails and charming tasting rooms, you’ll find tasty pairings, vibrant events and stunning views (plus, more than a few surprises along the way).
  • Highway 1 Selected as 1 of 5 Truly Epic Family Road Trips

    Highway 1 Selected as 1 of 5 Truly Epic Family Road Trips

    Shake Things Up With These 5 Truly Epic Family Road TripsA family road trip is a family road trip, until it’s not.From Terry Ward of Fatherly Family road trips never go out of style. But they do get predictable. Even when…
  • Top 5 Hidden Gem Beaches along Highway 1

    Top 5 Hidden Gem Beaches along Highway 1

    Who doesn’t desire their own private beach? Discover the next best thing with these 5 hidden gem beaches located along scenic Highway 1. From serene shores and quiet coves to undulating dunes, our uncrowded slice of San Luis Obispo County (SLO CAL) Coast beckons savvy surfers, beachcombers…
  • SLO County is Home to 5 of the 9 Most Underrated Stops on PCH

    SLO County is Home to 5 of the 9 Most Underrated Stops on PCH

    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.
  • Afar’s Best Hikes Along the California Coastal Trail

    Afar’s Best Hikes Along the California Coastal Trail

    As home to the largest northern elephant seal rookery in the mainland U.S., this secluded trail (located in San Simeon, California, just north of San Luis Obispo) offers intimate views of the elephant seals in their natural beach environment.
  • Best Parks in San Simeon and Ragged Point

    Best Parks in San Simeon and Ragged Point

    San Simeon
    With their many miles of untouched coastline, beaches, forests — even a castle! — San Simeon and Ragged Point offer a wealth of spectacular family-friendly destinations. The parks here are wide-open for exploring and discovery. Ascend the “enchanted hilltop” of Hearst Castle to follow the footsteps of media…
  • The 10 Best Parks on Highway 1

    The 10 Best Parks on Highway 1

    In a land of natural splendor, it’s no surprise that the public has access to breathtaking, fun, and fascinating parks. On this special stretch of Highway 1, the wild and the wonderful conspire to bring kids and their grownups closer to nature — and to each other. Here,…
  • Fishing San Simeon & Ragged Point

    Fishing San Simeon & Ragged Point

    San Simeon
    Explore Fishing in San Simeon & Ragged Point Fishing San Simeon With dramatic coastline, mild weather and rugged scenery, San Simeon and Ragged Point offer a beautiful backdrop for your fishing trip. Look for a wide variety of fishing opportunities here, including pier fishing, rock fishing, surf fishing,…
  • The Points Guy Highlights Highway 1 Road Trip

    The Points Guy Highlights Highway 1 Road Trip

    From LA to San Francisco: What it’s like driving one of America’s best road trips From Melanie HaikenWhen an enormous chunk of California’s famed Highway 1 crumbled into the Pacific Ocean in January, it looked like it would be summer before it was possible to take…
  • California’s Scenic Byways

    California’s Scenic Byways

    Pack up the car and hit the road: Here’s a snapshot of the eight scenic byways in California, routes where the journey is the destination.

  • San Simeon Surfing