Since the 1930s, road-trippers have been drawn to the 656-mile Pacific Coast Highway for its crashing surf and fog-shrouded cliffs, barking sea lions and ocean sunsets. Officially known as California State Route 1 and running from Dana Point in Orange County to Leggett in Mendocino County, it is now fully open again following a three-year closure due to a landslide near Big Sur that forced travelers to make an extensive detour. In 2027, milestone anniversaries, cultural experiences, and sporting events offer even more reasons to hit one of the most picturesque roads in America.
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