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otrfun
Explorer II
May 20, 2019

CA Hwy 1 - Tips and Tricks?

We're hoping to make the drive up (or down) CA Hwy 1 sometime during the next week or so. We're not in a rush and have 2-3 days to make the drive. After looking online there seems to be a quite a list of places to see. For those who have made the drive can you offer up what you felt were 2-3 absolute must-see places to see or stop? Also, curious about parking/rest options. We'll be traveling in an in-bed, cabover, truck camper. Any particular things to be aware of? Lastly, anyone have any preferences on making the drive going north or south? Thank you!
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    DrewE
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    May 20, 2019
    As to going north or south: going south you are on the ocean side of the road, and so have better views. Going north you are on the land side of the road and can't see the ocean as well; however, if you're scared of heights (or especially if your passenger is), it may be much less intimidating.

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