Ventura County
Ventura County marks the southern end of the Central California Coast. Between ritzy Malibu and Montecito you'll find many uncrowded stunning beaches.
Ventura County marks the southern end of the Central California Coast. Between ritzy Malibu and Montecito you'll find many uncrowded stunning beaches.
Santa Barbara County has a long south-facing stretch of the Central California coastline with a Mediterranean feel. It’s no wonder that Santa Barbara is known as The American Riviera.
San Luis Obispo County is located along the Central California coast about mid-way between LA and the Bay Area. The SLO coastline is a long one with small cities spaced out just right.
Monterey County has a diverse coastline that includes rugged beaches in the remote region of Big Sur and sandy beaches near the urban areas of Carmel and Monterey.
The Santa Cruz County coastline is south of San Mateo County on the San Francisco Peninsula and just a short drive from San Jose and the southern San Francisco Bay Area.
High atop the cliffs of Big Sur, 1200 feet above the Pacific Ocean, sits Post Ranch Inn, a sanctuary...
Castle Inn is ideal for families or friends looking for budget-friendly accommodations on Moonstone Beach. The perfect location to...
Located just off Highway 1 in scenic Cambria, the Fireside Inn is just steps away from Moonstone Beach. This...
FogCatcher Inn is a seaside gem located across the street from the sparkling shores of Moonstone Beach. Recently renovated,...
Blue Dolphin Inn is situated steps from the beach and seaside boardwalk that runs two miles along the coast....
Perched on the bluffs overlooking the crashing Pacific Ocean, the White Water Inn graciously awaits your arrival. Breathtaking views...
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, located in Santa Cruz, California, offers more than 30 amusement park rides from...
Gilroy Gardens is the brain child of Michael Bonfante, owner of a chain of northern California Nob Hill grocery...
This award-winning aquarium offers families an enriching, educational and entertaining visitor experience in its nearly 200 galleries and exhibits...
The Santa Barbara Zoo is a popular zoo situated on 30 acres of lush gardens and is home to...
The Central California Coast is a long special coastline that stretches for many miles between Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area. The counties along this coast include Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Monterey, and Santa Cruz. Driving the Central Coast south to north starts on Pacific Coast Highway in northern LA County and continues along Highway 1 all the way to San Mateo County. Along this stunning scenic drive there are over 250 named beaches of all shapes and sizes. The popularity of coastal road trips through this region is easy to understand when you consider that it includes the American Riviera in Santa Barbara, the stunning Big Sur Coast, and the endless sand of Monterey Bay.