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What is there to do on PCH?
10 places you need to see when driving the Pacific Coast Highway
- Muir Woods. Muir Woods’ ancient redwoods — Photo courtesy of Jason Toff / flickr.
- Half Moon Bay. Gray Whale Cove State Beach in Half Moon Bay — Photo courtesy of iStock / yhelfman.
- Big Sur.
- Hearst Castle.
- Santa Barbara.
- Venice Beach.
- Dana Point.
- Solana Beach.
How long does it take to drive along the Pacific Coast Highway?
How long does it take to drive the Pacific Coast Highway? To drive the entire coastal CA Highway 1 takes 10-12 hours without stops. But this road trip is all about the stops! Plan on a minimum of 3 days and 2 nights.
What is the most scenic section of Highway 1 in California?
Santa Monica, Malibu, and Oxnard One of the most scenic sections of Hwy 1 goes through beautiful Malibu.
What is the most scenic drive in California?
California’s Pacific Coast Highway is one of the most famous, scenic drives in the world. Stretching along a large chunk of the Golden State and hugging the shoreline the bulk of the way, from Malibu southward, makes this road trip one of the most flexible.
Can you drive the Pacific Coast Highway in California?
The traditional definition of the Pacific Coast Highway is to drive California Highway 1; you can extend by adding on the Oregon and Washington coasts. Depending on whether you do only California or all three states, you can start/end your road trip at the various cities in this guide.
Where is the best place to visit on the California coast?
Mendocino is a charming coastal town at the far northern end of the Pacific Coast Highway known for wine and marine life. Too many visitors drive the California Coast between San Francisco and Los Angeles without continuing up north – that’s a mistake!
What is the Pacific Coast Highway known for?
The Pacific Coast Highway has long been considered a “dream drive” and the ultimate road trip. Technically, it starts in Washington State, but it’s best known for the stretch through California from the stunning redwood forests and wild, rugged coast down to the sun-drenched beaches of San Diego.