Things To Do

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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Cayucos Pier

Oceano Dunes

Piedras Blancas Lighthouse

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  • Family Friendly Things to Do

    Family Friendly Things to Do

    Avila Beach
    For easy-breezy family fun, nothing beats a hike. Lace up your walking shoes, grab a hat and a water bottle, and head out any of coastal San Luis Obispo County’s hundreds of hiking trails.
  • 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.
  • Fiscalini Ranch Preserve

    Fiscalini Ranch Preserve

    Cambria
    Take a seaside stroll … The Fiscalini Ranch Preserve
  • Fishing Avila Beach

    Fishing Avila Beach

    Avila Beach
    Casting a line into Avila Beach’s gentle surf isn’t just about the catch—it’s about stepping into a timeless coastal playground where generations of anglers reel in more than the fruit of their labor. This stretch of calm bay waters, historic piers and white sand beauty delivers year-round angling adventures along…
  • 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.
  • Fishing Cambria

    Fishing Cambria

    Cambria
    Weathered bluffs, kelp-draped shorelines and the timeless pull of the tide: Welcome to fishing Cambria’s pristine waters. Here, casting a line is more than a pastime—it’s an invitation to join generations of anglers who’ve discovered that the best fishing spots aren’t always the most obvious. Every reel brings you deeper…
  • Fishing Cayucos

    Fishing Cayucos

    Cayucos
    Fishing in Cayucos is one of the best ways to explore our unique section of Highway 1. You can see the historic Cayucos Pier, the shoreline of Cayucos State Beach or Morro Strand.
  • Fishing Lopez Lake

    Fishing Lopez Lake

    Arroyo Grande
    Watch the morning mist lift off Lopez Lake as you cast your first line of the day. This 940-acre reservoir, nestled just 10 miles east of Arroyo Grande, offers something most fishing spots can’t: the perfect blend of productive waters and scenery that makes you forget about everything else. …
  • Fishing Los Osos

    Fishing Los Osos

    Los Osos
    As one of the most secluded and unspoiled areas on the California coast, Los Osos offers terrific opportunities for fishing. Whether you prefer to fish from a kayak, from shore, or from the rocks, you’re likely to feel a tug on your line.
  • Fishing Oceano and the Nipomo Mesa

    Fishing Oceano and the Nipomo Mesa

    Oceano
    At the southern end of our special stretch of Highway 1, the sister towns of Oceano and Nipomo offer a variety of fishing opportunities. Here, you’ll find pier fishing, surf fishing, kayak fishing — even lake fishing.
  • Fishing San Simeon & Ragged Point

    Fishing San Simeon & Ragged Point

    San Simeon
    Jagged cliffs, hidden coves and the steady rhythm of crashing waves: Welcome to fishing San Simeon and fishing Ragged Point. Here, catching fish is more than a pastime — it’s a thrilling introduction to the raw natural beauty of Highway 1. Every cast brings you closer to the coast: towering…
  • Gateway to Big Sur

    Gateway to Big Sur

    Ragged Point
    Big Sur represents the best of the West. As one of the nation’s top attractions, Big Sur sparkles with vast views of the Pacific.
  • 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.
  • Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Natural History Center

    Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Natural History Center

    Guadalupe
    The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Complex is comprised of 18 miles of coastline and is one of the most ecologically significant and largest intact coastal dune ecosystems on earth.
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    Hearst Castle

    San Simeon
    With its extravagant antiquities, architecture, and heritage, Hearst Castle welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Plan your visit today.
  • 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…
  • Highway 1 is Dog-Friendly

    Highway 1 is Dog-Friendly

    Highway 1 loves its four-legged visitors! With one of the mildest, most temperate climates in the West, the great outdoors of our stretch of Highway 1 beg to be discovered. That means outside restaurant patios, parks, beaches, wineries, hiking trails and more, just right for quality time with Fido. The…
  • Highway 46 Scenic Drive

    Highway 46 Scenic Drive

    Cambria
    Beginning at the forested seaside town of Cambria, where houses are built on stilts to mimic the stately pines that surround them, pick up scenic Highway 46 for a long and leisurely drive.