I’ve driven California State Route 1 through Big Sur more times than I can count, but it never feels the same twice. This time we started in Monterey County and let Highway 1 set the pace — which is always the right move. Point Lobos State Natural Reserve is the perfect first stop: turquoise water, rocky coves, and coastal trails that make you forget the world outside the cliffs. As you wind south, Pfeiffer Beach will stop you in your tracks — the famous pink sand and Keyhole Rock glow like noth

Big Sur is officially back! 🌊 After being closed for over 3 years due to landslides and road repairs, California’s most scenic coastal highway has finally reopened. The announcement came earlier this week, and travelers are already gearing up to hit the road. This iconic stretch of Highway 1 runs from Carmel-by-the-Sea to San Simeon, offering jaw-dropping views of the Pacific, rugged cliffs, and towering redwoods. Some must-stop spots along the way include: • Bixby Creek Bridge – the classic ph

California Road Trip: The Best Stops On The Pacific Coast Highway