Highway 1

California State Route 1, also known as Highway 1 or the Pacific Coast Highway, is a major north-south state highway that runs along the Pacific coastline of California. It’s known for its scenic beauty, offering stunning views of the coastline, mountains, and redwood forests. The highway stretches for 656 miles from Dana Point in Southern California to Leggett in Northern California.

Santa Maria is centrally located, about 170 miles north of Los Angeles and 270 miles south of San Francisco, making it an ideal stop on a Highway 1 adventure. The highway hugs the California coastline, providing drivers with unparalleled views of the Pacific.