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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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Quarry Trail

Los Osos

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

19019 Highway 1, Ragged Point, CA
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

Ravine Waterpark
Ravine Waterpark

Paso Robles

The Ravine Waterpark features many fun and exciting water rides like the fabulous Kamakazi drop slide, Vertigo body bowl, Lazy…

Cayucos Antiques
Remember When Antique Malls

Cayucos

There are two stores located in this beautiful ocean community. Their ever-expanding inventory comes from approximately 100 vendors between both…

Rinconada Dairy
Rinconada Dairy

Santa Margarita

Rinconada Dairy has grown from eight East Friesian ewes to a flock of 200 ewes. The dairy farm also has…

Rios Caledonia Adobe
Rios-Caledonia Adobe

San Miguel

The Rios-Caledonia Adobe has an interesting and unique history. Built in 1835 by local Indians, it was initially part of…

Kayak Morro Bay
Rock Kayak Co.

Morro Bay

Rock Kayak, Co. offers a safe, natural and healthy adventure on the water; where you can rent your own kayak…

Rotary Peace through Service Garden

Cambria

The Rotary Peace through Service Garden is a living memorial dedicated January 11, 2014 by the Rotary Clubs of Cambria…

Talley Farms, Arroyo Grande
Rutiz Family Farms

Oceano

At Rutiz Family Farms, it isn't just about growing fruits and vegetables, but about redefining a relationship between a community…

Salmon Creek Falls

San Simeon

Salmon Creek Falls is a natural, beautiful waterfall found on the Big Sur Pacific Coast Highway 1 located 3 miles…

Salty Pages

Cambria

Just a short walk from Main Street in Cambria’s East Village, Salty Pages is a thoughtfully stocked coastal bookstore with…

San Carpoforo Creek Trail, Cambria
San Carpoforo Creek

San Simeon

The San Carpoforo Creek Beach Access is the northernmost portion of the state-owned properties in Hearst San Simeon State Park.

SLO Railroad Museum
San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum

San Luis Obispo

The San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum was founded as a regional, non-profit educational museum for the public benefit. 

San Simeon Cove, Point and Pier

San Simeon

One of the most ethereally beautiful spots on the planet, San Simeon Point can be seen from Highway One as…

San Simeon State Park
San Simeon State Park

Cambria

San Simeon State Park is one of the oldest units of the California State Park System.

San Simeon Visitor Center

San Simeon

Need help planning your San Simeon escape? Have questions about everything there is to see, do and experience here? 

Sandspit Beach

Los Osos

A secluded place to enjoy nature

Santa Manuela Schoolhouse

Arroyo Grande

The Santa Manuela Schoolhouse is a one-room school house that was built in 1901, on the property of Joseph Jatta, a…

Santa Maria Raceway
Santa Maria Raceway

Nipomo

Enjoy a fast and loud Saturday night at the track!

Santa Rosa Chapel & Cambria Cemetery

Cambria

The Santa Rosa Chapel, a National Historic Registry landmark and one of the oldest churches in San Luis Obispo County,…

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Santa Rosa Creek Trail

Cambria

This trail reaches the Fiscalini Ranch near the Ridge trail.

Sculpture Garden

Nipomo

The Sculpture Garden at Trilogy at Monarch Dunes is an outdoor plaza that creates a dynamic arrival experience

SeaPhoto App

San Simeon

Teachers, students, beachgoers, researchers and others can now view a wealth of information about central California marine life

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