Before You Go

Things to know before you drive the Pacific Coast Highway, with suggested books to read, maps to buy, and other research to do. Click on the links to take you there.

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1. California's 'Gateway To Big Sur' Is A Scenic Stop For A Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip

   Oct 30, 25 04:37 AM

   California's Highway 1 runs along the beautiful Pacific Coast, and there's plenty to see along the way. At the southern edge of Big Sur, where the Santa Lucia Mountains drop dramatically into the Paci…

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2. This Small U.S. Town Has a 240-foot Sand Dune You Can Climb, a Cool Beachfront Brewery, and Scenic Seaside Views

   Oct 29, 25 04:25 AM

   An Oregon local shares her insider's guide to Pacific City.

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3. 15 Of The Most Dangerous Roads In California, According To Statistics

   Oct 28, 25 04:50 AM

   California's highways are legendary. From US-101, which plots some of the most breathtaking road trips along the West Coast, to underrated freeways dotted with hot springs, and even a monumental route…

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LATEST BOOKS

Take a look at our latest books: 101 Best Things to Do on the Pacific Coast Highway and 101 Budget Hotels along the Pacific Coast Highway. Click on the covers to learn more.

LATEST NEWS

Recent Articles

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• 

1. California's 'Gateway To Big Sur' Is A Scenic Stop For A Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip

   Oct 30, 25 04:37 AM

   California's Highway 1 runs along the beautiful Pacific Coast, and there's plenty to see along the way. At the southern edge of Big Sur, where the Santa Lucia Mountains drop dramatically into the Paci…

   Read More

2. This Small U.S. Town Has a 240-foot Sand Dune You Can Climb, a Cool Beachfront Brewery, and Scenic Seaside Views

   Oct 29, 25 04:25 AM

   An Oregon local shares her insider's guide to Pacific City.

   Read More

3. 15 Of The Most Dangerous Roads In California, According To Statistics

   Oct 28, 25 04:50 AM

   California's highways are legendary. From US-101, which plots some of the most breathtaking road trips along the West Coast, to underrated freeways dotted with hot springs, and even a monumental route…

   Read More

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The Best PCH Guide
We've read lots of guides to the Pacific Coast, and easily the best one is the Moon Handbook. You can read our review here, or buy it through the Amazon link below.