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How scary is the drive to Big Sur?

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How scary is the drive to Big Sur?

Your average speed will be around 35 MPH between Carmel and San Simeon. The Big Sur drive is fabulous and I hope you can enjoy it without being scared. As a former worry wart when traveling, I can assure you that this drive is well worth the effort and is actually, IMO, safer than open, straight highway.

Is driving Highway 1 hard?

It’s very intense because there are no guard rails at the edge and there is little room for error if on coming traffic swerves in your direction. Also called Highway 1, it takes about five hours to drive the PCH. Avoid these times if you want to take a leisurely drive.

What is there to do between Big Sur and San Francisco?

If you want to stretch your legs between San Francisco and Big Sur, some good places to stop include:

  • Half Moon Bay.
  • Santa Cruz.
  • Monterey & Carmel-by-the-Sea.
  • Point Lobos State Natural Reserve.
  • Andrew Molera State Park.
  • Mcway Falls.
  • Bixby Creek Bridge.
  • Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.

What is the most scenic part of Highway 1?

Highway One’s Most Scenic Stops

  • Santa Barbara Mission.
  • Pismo Beach.
  • Wildlife Watching In San Luis Obispo County.
  • Hearst Castle.
  • Cambria.
  • Limekiln State Park.
  • Nepenthe.
  • Bixby Bridge.

Is driving Big Sur safe?

California Highway 1 in the Big Sur region is one of the state’s most dangerous highways, even in good weather. Do not drive faster than is safe under the road and weather conditions. The maximum safe speed may be slower than the posted speed limit. Motorcyclists must wear helmets.

Can you drive through Big Sur right now?

Businesses north of the closure on Highway 1 in Big Sur are unaffected and remain open. The closure makes it impossible, however, for motorists to drive from the Monterey area to Southern California entirely along Highway 1 until repairs are completed.

Where do you stop on the way to Big Sur?

Big Sur Road Trip Adventure Guide

  1. Stop 1: Bishop Peak.
  2. Stop 2: Montaña de Oro State Park.
  3. Stop 3: Morro Bay.
  4. Stop 4: Silver Peak Wilderness Area.
  5. Stop 5: Kirk Creek Campground.
  6. Stop 6: Limekiln State Park.
  7. Stop 7: Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.
  8. Stop 8: Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park.

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