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Pacific Motel Cayucos
What’s New on Highway 1 | Spring & Summer 2026

From cutting-edge culinary hotspots to newly-minted stays and revamped roadside destinations, Highway 1 is brimming with novelty.

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Highway 1 Road Trip Itinerary: The Ultimate Central Coast California Guide

Plan the ultimate Highway 1 road trip from Ragged Point to Edna Valley. Discover the best stops, scenic drives, beaches,…

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Time Magazine World’s Greatest Places: Highway 1

“The World’s Greatest Places of 2026” includes Highway 1, according to Time Magazine

poppies wildflowers Los Osos peak
Top 5 Things to Do This Spring Along Highway 1

Spring Break, Highway 1 Style: Where Wild Meets Wanderlust Golden poppies sway in the salty breeze while the Pacific shimmers…

Hearst Zebras
Highway 1 Wildlife Photography: Ethical Tips for Your California Coast Road Trip

Pull into any overlook along Highway 1 and you’ll understand why this coastal stretch makes wildlife photographers weak in the…

Winter Wandering: Holiday Adventures Along Highway 1

Your guide to festive lights, local traditions and seaside enchantment Trade crowded malls for authentic holiday moments that actually take…

Ragged Point Bixby Bridge
30 Ways to Just Coast Through the Holidays

Take the wheel: We’ve gathered 30 ways to just coast through the holidays—each stop a chance to trade noise for…

Cayucos Tidepools
Hidden Secrets of Highway 1: Capture the Coast Through Your Lens

From breathtaking ocean views coveted by nature photographers of all levels to sunny beachside photo opps ready for family smiles,…

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Insider Tips to Leave Routine in the Rearview: 5 Ways to Explore California’s Highway 1 Road Trip

Our unique stretch of Highway 1 along the California coast is more than the famous overlooks. Between rugged cliffs and…

Cycling in Edna Valley Vineyards
11 Free Adventures That’ll Make Your Highway 1 Trip Unforgettable

Want to check items off your bucket list without busting your budget? Come to Highway 1, a spellbinding stretch of…

Ten Adventures this Summer on Highway 1: Your Guide to the Best Kept Secrets

Coast the road less traveled with these Highway 1 hidden gemsThere’s something magical about cruising down Highway 1 in summer:…

Hearst Castle Neptune Pool
From AARP: 5 Scenic Spring Road Trips

From Erin Gifford at AARPSpring can be a great time for a road trip, with mild weather, colorful flowers, and breathtaking…

Geese Sweet Springs Nature Preserve
Turn your Highway 1 Adventure into a Force for Good

This Earth Day, why not celebrate this natural wonder with an eco-conscious road trip along the coast?

Highway 1 After Dark: Coastal California’s Dazzling Stargazing Spots

Discover 10 Brilliant Viewing Points Where Crashing Waves Meet Starry Skies As twilight falls along coastal Highway 1, stars spark…

8 Spring Selfies Along Highway 1

Snap a stellar selfie along Highway 1! Whether you’re a photo-happy traveler with an eye for picking the right filter…

San Simeon Point Trail Couple
Coolcationing Highway 1: California’s Ultimate Summer Road Trip Guide

Where Chill Ocean Breezes Meet Perfect Sun: Your Guide to The Best Summer Coolcations What is Coolcationing? Coolcationing turns down…

Fiscalini Ranch Preserve Cambria Bench
Instagram-Worthy Hikes On Highway 1

Your Highway 1 Road Trip Guide to the Most Photogenic Trails Ready to fill your Instagram feed with jaw-dropping coastal…

Dream Drive San Simeon
AARP names Highway 1 an EV-Friendly Road Trip for Summer

California leads the nation in the number of public EV charging stations, which makes road-tripping easy. You’ll find most EV…

Groove on with the perfect Highway 1 Summer Road Trip

Let’s hit the road! One of America’s most scenic byways, this iconic stretch of highway was designed for top tier…

Highway 1 Calls: Explore the Best of SLO Cal and the Central Coast

From Ashlee FechinoHeavy rains earlier this month forced the shutdown of sections of scenic Highway 1 in Big Sur, as a portion…

AAA Magazine Highlights Spots for Foodies on Highway 1

From Cheryl Crabtree and Nancy Ransohoff at AAA MagazinesWhen it comes to road trips, food sometimes takes a back seat…

Sandspit Beach Los Osos Montana de Oro
Eco-Tourism Escapes

9 Sustainable travel tips for exploring Highway 1 Travel sustainably along Highway 1! Discover unforgettable opportunities to make a difference…

Ten Amazing Wildlife Experiences to include on your next Highway 1 Road Trip

There’s no doubt about it—Highway 1 is wild. With Elephant Seals sunbathing, Monarch Butterflies fluttering and seabirds soaring, there’s countless…

pumpkin patch at Talley Farms, Arroyo Grande
Best Things to Do this Fall on your Highway 1 Road Trip

There’s no doubt about it: Fall is the best time of year to road trip along Highway 1. Thanks to…

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