Cycling the Pacific Coast Highway
The Pacific Coast Highway is one of the most amazing cycle rides in the world. From the Canadian border to the border with Mexico, the routes take you on the highways and the byways through over 1700 miles of magnificent West Coast scenery. Cycling the Highway is a challenge, but it can be done in about 40 days by anyone who is reasonably fit and at home in the saddle. That's an average of about 40-50 miles a day, though some days will be shorter and some days longer, depending on the breaks you take and the accommodation options you're looking for. You'll also need advice on restaurants and other great places to eat on the way. You'll want to know where to stay, from historic inns and guesthouses to hotels, motels, hostels and campsites. There's some basic advice on which way to travel and why, on the stretches where you'll have to cycle along the main Highway, and the places where there are established cycle routes. But even if you don't have the time or the energy to cycle the whole of the route in one memorable journey, you can always do a short stretch or two as part of your West Coast vacation. You can also stop off and enjoy cycling in some of the towns and cities you'll see on the way. For some inspiration, read Rich Grant's account of Cycling Round San Francisco Bay. Cycling Guides Bicycling the Pacific Coast Two Wheels North: Bicycling the West Coast in 1909 Return from Cycling to
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