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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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Fiscalini Ranch Preserve
Fiscalini Ranch Preserve

Cambria

Take a seaside stroll … The Fiscalini Ranch Preserve

Fishing
Fishing Avila Beach

Avila Beach

Casting a line into Avila Beach’s gentle surf isn’t just about the catch—it’s about stepping into a timeless coastal playground…

Oceano fishing near Oso Flaco
Fishing California’s Highway 1

San Simeon

Plentiful waters invite fishing of all sorts here on our special stretch of Highway 1. Find yourself on an uncrowded…

Kayak Fishing
Fishing Cambria

Cambria

Weathered bluffs, kelp-draped shorelines and the timeless pull of the tide: Welcome to fishing Cambria’s pristine waters. Here, casting a…

Cayucos Pier
Fishing Cayucos

Cayucos

Fishing in Cayucos is one of the best ways to explore our unique section of Highway 1. You can see…

Fishing Lopez Lake
Fishing Lopez Lake

Arroyo Grande

Watch the morning mist lift off Lopez Lake as you cast your first line of the day. This 940-acre reservoir,…

Montana De Oro
Fishing Los Osos

Los Osos

As one of the most secluded and unspoiled areas on the California coast, Los Osos offers terrific opportunities for fishing.…

Oso Flaco Lake hike in Nipomo along Highway 1
Fishing Oceano and the Nipomo Mesa

Oceano

At the southern end of our special stretch of Highway 1, the sister towns of Oceano and Nipomo offer a…

San Simeon Pier Fishing
Fishing San Simeon & Ragged Point

San Simeon

Jagged cliffs, hidden coves and the steady rhythm of crashing waves: Welcome to fishing San Simeon and fishing Ragged Point.…

Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Natural History Center

Guadalupe

The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Complex is comprised of 18 miles of coastline and is one of the most ecologically significant and…

Hearst Castle Zebras

San Simeon

What’s black and white and visible from Highway 1? Believe it or not, zebras are a common sight for drivers…

Cayucos surfer & dog
Highway 1 is Dog-Friendly

Various

Highway 1 loves its four-legged visitors! With one of the mildest, most temperate climates in the West, the great outdoors…

Hiking Arroyo Grande and Edna Valleys

Arroyo Grande

Find yourself on a hike in either of these two scenic valleys where sunshine, vineyard views, and cool coastal breezes…

Bluffs Hike in Montana De Oro State Park
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Hiking Los Osos

Los Osos

A hiker’s paradise, Los Osos lies in a valley at the edge of the Pacific Ocean. Trails of all lengths…

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Hiking Oceano and Nipomo

Oceano

A hike across the varied trails of Oceano or Nipomo means wildlife, peaceful lagoons, abundant native plants, and views of…

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Hot Springs in Avila Beach

Avila Beach

For generations, the natural hot springs of Avila Beach have provided relief and relaxation to visitors from far and wide.…

Los Osos Art
Los Osos Arts & Culture

Los Osos

Los Osos art and culture brings together community art walks, artist galleries, studios and museums to create an enriching and…

Montana de Oro
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Los Osos State Parks and Beaches

Los Osos

With natural splendor to spare, Los Osos boasts two state parks and beaches: Montaña de Oro State Park and the…

Sea Pines Resort
Los Osos-Baywood Park Spa & Wellness Experiences

Los Osos

A spa or wellness experience in Los Osos-Baywood Park is a natural extension of the local experience. Los Osos-Baywood Park…

Spooners Cove
Montaña de Oro State Park

Los Osos

This park features rugged cliffs, secluded sandy beaches, coastal plains, streams, canyons, and hills, including 1,347-foot Valencia Peak.

Tidepool Sea anemone
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Monterey Bay Aquarium: The Complete Visitor Guide

Various

Step into the Monterey Bay Aquarium and feel world on land slip away. Towering kelp forests sway just beyond the…

Whale Photo by Danna Dykstra-Coy
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Monterey Bay Whale Watching

Various

Few stretches of California coast deliver ocean wildlife encounters as consistently as Monterey Bay. The reason is geological: a submarine…

Moonstone Beach Boardwalk Wildflowers
Moonstone Beach

Cambria

Considered one of the Central Coast’s best beaches, Moonstone Beach is an ethereal outpost where waves meet a shoreline perfect…

Blacklake Golf Course Nipomo
Nipomo Golf Courses

Nipomo

Whether you seek lessons from a pro, a putting green, driving range, or just a quiet day on the links,…

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