Things To Do in Ragged Point

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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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Whale Watching on Highway 1: Your Guide to the Whale Trail

Various

When it comes to whale watching, the Central Coast boasts an embarrassment of riches, especially along the Highway 1 Road…

Montana de Oro
Activity Map ~ Highway 1 Road Trip

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See the sights and highlights along the Highway 1 Road Trip! Featuring 101 miles of adventure, the route stretches from…

Arcadian Adventures
Arcadian Adventures

San Luis Obispo

Our mission is to provide our guests with bespoke itineraries of outdoor activities led by our dedicated guides.

Arroyo Laguna Beach

San Simeon

Arroyo Laguna Beach is a windsurfing and kiteboarding spot along the northern San Luis Obispo Coast.

Big Sur National Scenic Byway

Big Sur

Travel the route that hugs the California coast, providing access to austere, windswept cypress trees, fog-shrouded cliffs and the crashing…

Boucher Trail, San Simeon
Boucher Trail at Piedras Blancas

San Simeon

The Boucher Trail runs from the paved elephant seal viewing parking for 1.9 miles, to a half mile north of…

Cambria Christmas Market

Cambria

The Cambria Christmas Market features open-air stalls selling glühwein (hot mulled wine), traditional German foods, local vendors, and live entertainment.

Cliffside Trail

Ragged Point

The Ragged Point Inn and Resort is located at the northernmost corner of San Luis Obispo County, 18 miles north…

Diva Day Spa

San Simeon

We are a welcoming, understated spa and salon located oceanfront

Hearst Castle Evening Tours

San Simeon

The Hearst Castle Evening Tour allows you to view  this historic California mansion in the twilight hours

Hearst Castle Holidays

San Simeon

Hearst Castle brings to life his love of all things Christmas, and invites you to join in the spirit of…

Hearst Ranch Winery

San Simeon

Coastal tasting room inside the Historic Sebastian's Deli, down the hill from Hearst Castle.

Hearst Castle zebras
Highway 1 Zebra Viewing

San Simeon

Traveling the winding ranch road to Hearst Castle, guests once passed through fenced fields populated with many species of exotic…

Junge Ranch Trail

San Simeon

Junge Ranch Trail – Hearst San Simeon State Park is a 2.2 mile out and back trail located near Cambria

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…

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.

Kite surfing, San Simeon
Pico Creek Surf Spot

Cambria

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

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.

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.

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Ragged Point Beach

San Simeon

The beach is rather exotic with the black sand

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…

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