Big Sur & the Pacific Coast Highway
The Drive of a Lifetime
Cliffs plunging to the Pacific along California's most romantic coast.
At a glance · 5 reasons to go
Why Big Sur & the Pacific Coast Highway.
Drive Highway 1 above crashing surf.
Bixby Bridge and dramatic coastal pullouts.
Redwoods, waterfalls, and hidden coves.
Clifftop dining and luxe lodges.
One of the world's great road trips.
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Big Sur is California's most romantic coastline — Highway 1 threading along cliffs that drop straight into the surf, past the iconic Bixby Bridge, hidden beaches, and redwood canyons. Drive slow, pull over often, and breathe it in.
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Safety Overview
Big Sur & the Pacific Coast Highway
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Reviewed: 2026-06-06
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Before You Travel
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