Preview: This drive exemplifies classic California: you’ll pass quaint beachfront settlements, roadside cafés, and surf shops, and may find yourself in the middle of a minor local traffic jam or two, especially on weekends. In between the towns, there are breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and protected coastal land. It’s a good drive anytime of year, but winter brings the bluest skies to the Southern California coast and often means lower hotel prices and quieter
beaches. Summer usually draws the largest crowds, with families dominating the sand and sidewalks. This chapter provides a complete driving itinerary with detailed directions, a route map, and what to see, where to eat, and where to stay at each destination along the way.
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Duration: 2 - 3 days
This travel guide comes from:
Fodor's Great American Drives of the West Guide Book