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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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Bluff hike at Montana De Oro State Park in Los Osos, CA
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Best Parks in Los Osos-Baywood

Los Osos

With its mild, sunny weather, rugged beauty and beachside location, Los Osos-Baywood has all the right conditions for a day…

Best Parks in Oceano and Nipomo

Oceano

However you choose to experience Oceano and Nipomo’s parks, you’re sure to find lots of secret spots to explore and…

Best Parks in San Simeon and Ragged Point

San Simeon

With their many miles of untouched coastline, beaches, forests — even a castle! — San Simeon and Ragged Point offer…

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Best Pet Friendly Hotels on Highway 1

Various

Highway 1 welcomes four-legged travelers to California’s most spectacular coastal stretch, along with their human companions. This legendary roadway beckons…

Robin's Dining Cambria
Best Places to Eat in Cambria

Cambria

With its relaxed small-town-by-the-sea vibe, Cambria welcomes diners to get cozy in a wide variety of restaurants, cafes, bakeries and…

Dining Avila Beach
Best Places to Eat on Highway 1

San Simeon

Dining is a major attraction along our stretch of Highway 1 for good reason: the food, the views, and the…

Green Hills Los Osos Morro Bay
Best Places to Stay Along Highway 1

Various

Lodging along Highway 1 offers more than just a room — it’s your key to California’s most magnificent coastline. From…

Couple dining, Avila Beach
Best Restaurants & Dining in Avila Beach

Avila Beach

With sunshine, surf, sand, and salty air, Avila Beach feels a lot like a perfect, tucked-away paradise. Sweeten the deal…

Ember Restaurant Arroyo Grande
Best Restaurants in Arroyo Grande and Edna Valley

Arroyo Grande

Discover a diverse range of dining experiences in Arroyo Grande and Edna Valley to suit every mood, preference and budget.…

Ragged Point Inn Dining
Best Restaurants in Big Sur

Big Sur

As you cruise through the gateway to Big Sur, let your taste buds lead the way. This stretch of Highway…

High Street Deli Los Osos
Best Restaurants in Los Osos – Baywood Park

Los Osos

Los Osos – Baywood might be one of the smaller towns along Highway 1, but it’s easily the most diverse…

Morro Rock Morro Bay
Best Restaurants in Morro Bay

Morro Bay

Discover the flavors of Morro Bay, Highway 1’s premiere seaside dining destination. This picturesque coastal town offers a bountiful array…

Old Juans Cantina Dining
Best Restaurants in Oceano and Nipomo

Oceano

On the menu here, you’ll find culinary treasures specific to the Central Coast like Santa Maria Style BBQ, tri-tip and…

Paso Robles Downtown
Best Restaurants in Paso Robles

Paso Robles

​​Explore the culinary wonders of Paso Robles, a renowned food and wine destination on the Central Coast. Hungry visitors flock…

Ragged Point Inn Dining
Best Restaurants in San Simeon and Ragged Point

San Simeon

Restaurants in San Simeon combine fresh Central Coast ingredients with locally-caught seafood, stunning Pacific Ocean views and a diverse array…

Morro Bay Smoke Stacks
Best Things to Do in Morro Bay: Beaches, Wildlife, the Embarcadero and Weekend Planning

Morro Bay

Salt air and the energy of a working harbor greet you, Morro Rock a postcard-worthy backdrop to it all. Morro…

Blendfest San Simeon
Best Wine, Beer, and Food Festivals on the Central Coast

Cayucos

Coastal San Luis Obispo County indulges in any excuse to throw a party. These festivals get to the heart of…

Wine Tasting at Talley Vineyards
Best Wineries on Highway 1: Coastal Wine Tasting from San Simeon to Edna Valley

Edna

Sip, swirl and savor award-winning wines beneath a warm sun, sometimes just one mile from the ocean. Come visit Highway…

Biking Pacific Coast Highway 1

San Simeon

An all-time favorite cycling route, Highway 1 offers spectacular views and challenging climbs with great restaurants, wineries and attractions along…

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Biking Ragged Point and San Simeon

San Simeon

The stretch of Highway 1 between Ragged Point and San Simeon offers some of the most sought-after cycling in the…

Bird Watching on the Central Coast

Los Osos

Ideal climate, terrain, and proximity to the Pacific Flyway makes the SLO CAL stretch of Highway 1 one of the…

Biking the Bob Jones Trail
Bob Jones Bike Trail (Avila Beach)

San Luis Obispo

The Bob Jones Trail is the "City to the Sea" bike trail

Cambria Scarecrow Festival
Cambria Scarecrow Festival

Cambria

The annual Scarecrow Festival includes plenty of fall festivities, including a trail of handmade scarecrows displayed throughout the town’s East…

Cambria Spa and Wellness Experiences

Cambria

Anyone who has been to Cambria will tell you: this is a healing, calming, and nurturing place. With miles of…

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