Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Road Trip : California Highway 1.

Explore the twists and turns of this dramatic drive along

California's spectacular coast, with all its towering cliffs, secluded

beaches, redwood forests, picturesque seaside towns, surfing

meccas and big cities along the way.

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All the Sights - highlights

like Mendocino, Big Sur and

Hearst Castle, plus loads of

lesser-known attractions

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Where to Stay - from

romantic B&Bs to forested

campgrounds, options for

every budget

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Coastal Dining - feast on local specialties like steamed

clams, artichoke soup and apricot pie

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Wildlife Watching - where to see whales, elephant

seals and monarch butterflies

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Family Fun - hayrides, otter feedings, roller coasters,

antique trains and more

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Detours - visit a quirky Dutch village, a lovely island

and the first Zen monastery in the US