Highway 1

Road Big Sur, California, United States

What to expect

Big Sur, located in California, is a beautiful coastal area with a unique wildlife and plantlife. The area is part of the Los Padres National Forest, which encompasses nearly two million acres of central California's scenic Coast and Transverse Ranges. Visitors can enjoy the stunning scenery and help keep the area beautiful by following sustainable actions such as not littering and being fire safe. The Big Sur coast is a popular destination, and a comprehensive strategy has been developed to manage visitor use and ensure the area remains sustainable for future generations

Plan your family visit to the Highway 1 with these blog insights 👇

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Big Sur – the most beautiful stretch of Highway 1 on California’s coast

Big Sur – the most beautiful stretch of Highway 1 on California’s coast
This family's experience:

Activities: We drove along Highway 1 in Big Sur. We made many stops along the way to enjoy the views. "Behind every curve and behind every mountain on the legendary coastal road, a new fantastic view opens up."

Highlights: The amazing views along the coast. We enjoyed stopping at the different viewpoints and taking in the scenery. The kids especially loved the variety of landscapes. "The greatest attraction on Highway 1 in Big Sur is nature." ✨

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Californian Coast, USA

Californian Coast, USA
This family's experience:

Activities: The family drove from Monterey to Cambria via Highway 1

Highlights: The drive was spectacular with amazing views ✨