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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

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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…

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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…

Pacific Motel Cayucos
Winter’s Secret Season: Why Highway 1 Shines Brightest When Crowds Disappear

Slow, Cozy, and Completely California Pull into that scenic oceanside overlook—the one that’s usually packed in summer—and take in Highway…

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…

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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…

Golden, Glowing, Gone: Highway 1’s Secret Sunset Season

Clear skies meet California’s most colorful coastline September-December https://youtu.be/wdL_hl-T7ycFind all of the locations mapped for you on our Google Maps…

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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…

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Why Highway 1 is Better Midweek

Road trip California’s iconic coastal route without the crowds Sunday through Thursday https://youtu.be/UuZmgVqjaxU?si=540p3T9YF4l6g5VpMost travelers assume weekends are the best time…

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…

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AAA Names Avila Beach one of America’s Top 4 Small Beach Towns

From Club Alliance of AAA by Janna GraberBeach vacations are tailor-made for family memories. This year, why not skip the…

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Pack Light, Wander Far: Your Highway 1 Coastal Adventure Guide

From foggy mornings to sun-soaked vineyards — pack for the possibilities that unfold along every magic mile Some pack for…

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:…

Fiscalini Ranch Preserve Cambria Bench
U.S. News Names the Most Charming Small Towns in CA

When U.S. News & World Report put out its list of “The 21 Most Charming Small Towns in California,” we…

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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…

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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…

25 Things to Do in 2025 on Your Highway 1 Road Trip

Discover 25 Essential Experiences on California’s Highway 1Every road trip is a blank page, and Highway 1 offers endless ways…

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…

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