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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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Pacific Valley Bluff Trail

Big Sur

Highway 1 is most famous for its coastal views, so you'll definitely want to take the chance to hop out…

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Paddle Back In Time to Historic Lighthouse

Avila Beach

Paddle back in time with professional kayak guides to the 125 year old fully restored and quite beautiful Point San…

Pasadena Drive Beach Access

Los Osos

Hiking, kayaking and a labyrinth!

Paso Robles Wine Country Tablas Creek
Paso Wine Country

San Simeon

Halfway between the two main California metropolises of Los Angeles and San Francisco is Paso Robles Wine Country.

Patriot Sportfishing
Patriot Sportfishing

Avila Beach

Operating out of Avila Beach, we offer sportfishing, whale watching, scenic tours and burials at sea.

Paulding History House, Arroyo Grande
Paulding History House

Arroyo Grande

Doctor Paulding, also a talented woodworker, spent many hours working on carvings which can be seen in the house along…

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Pecho Coast Trail Docent Hikes to Point San Luis Lighthouse with PG&E

San Luis Obispo

The secluded beaches, rugged cliffs and broad coastal terraces of the Pecho Coast have been privately owned and inaccessible to…

avila beach wine tasting
Peloton Cellars

Avila Beach

It is our mission to create quality wines that are a pleasure to drink any night of the week and…

Kite surfing, San Simeon
Pico Creek Surf Spot

Cambria

Longboard, short board or kite surfer…all are welcome at Pico Creek Surf Spot

Edna Valley Wineries
Piedra Creek Winery

San Luis Obispo

Piedra Creek started off as the smallest bonded winery in the Edna Valley in 1984, producing only 400 cases of…

Piedras Blancas Light Station Historical Tours

San Simeon

Go back in time to the lonely and blustery life of the lighthouse keeper with a visit to the Piedras…

Piedras Blancas Motel

San Simeon

Piedras Blancas Motel is a vintage roadside motel-and-diner complex located along the Central Coast of California approximately seven miles north of the historic…

Piedras Blancas State Marine Reserve and Marine Conservation Area

Ragged Point

Explore California's underwater parks without getting your feet wet through a new online tour.

Pierfront Wine & Brew, Avila Beach
PierFront Wine & Brew

Avila Beach

Come by and enjoy a glass of wine, a cold beer, bubbly and an appetizer on PierFront wine & brew's…

Fresnel lens, Downtown Cambria
Pinedorado Grounds, Historic Jailhouse, Fresnel Lens

Cambria

Since 1949, celebrating Labor Day weekend in Cambria has meant Pinedorado Days, an event recognizing Cambria’s rich history.

Pirate playground, Avila Beach
Pirate Park & Playground

Avila Beach

At this park you can expect to find a pirate ship fort, grass areas with some picnic tables

Pismo Dunes Natural Preserve

Pismo Beach

Towering, wind-sculpted sand dunes, a large pocket lake and unique freshwater wetland

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Point San Luis Lighthouse History Tours

San Luis Obispo

Docent-led Lighthouse tours arriving via the historic trolley are held every Wednesday and Saturday

Point Sur Lightstation
Point Sur Lightstation

Monterey

Point Sur Lighthouse and its supporting lightstation buildings, now a California State Historic Park, stand atop a dramatic volcanic rock…

Post Ranch Spa
Post Ranch Spa

Big Sur

Post Ranch's award-winning spa takes relaxation to a new level.

pumpkin patch at Talley Farms, Arroyo Grande
Pumpkin Patch

San Luis Obispo

The seasonal pumpkin patch in Edna Valley attracts families every fall in search of the great pumpkin.

Quarry Trail

Los Osos

The Quarry Trail skirts the southern flank of Cerro Cabrillo, past the rubble piles of an abandoned quarry site used…

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Ragged Point Beach

San Simeon

The beach is rather exotic with the black sand

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Rancho Nipomo Historical Dana Adobe Visit

Nipomo

A Living History Lesson

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