The entire Route 1, starting from Leggett and ending at Cape Naven, is more than 1,000 kilometers long, encompassing the entire section from San Francisco to Los Angeles, which is what we often call California Highway 1.The road is imbued with the spirit of the American West, conquering nature and daring to take risks. There are beautiful views all over the road, and here are some of the places worth visiting.
Suicide or taking pictures? - Golden Gate Bridge
The Golden Gate Bridge is a great place to start, it's a recognized suicide site, but it's also the place to take some of the best photos.
Recommendation index: ★★★★★
Suitable for: All
Especially suitable for: newcomers to the United States, photography experts, Hollywood fans, literary fans
Suitable time: early in the middle of the year, regardless of the weather
GPS address: Golden Gate Bridge Toll Plaza, San Francisco
Cost: $3 for the car, free for walking
No matter what the weather, no matter the season, no matter what the mood is, the Golden Gate Bridge is your best choice
Tips：
Best view of the Golden Gate Bridge:
(1) The observatory on the other side of the bridge to the west
(2) The Jianbing Fort on the south side of the bridge
Roaring Hills
On the west coast of California, USA, there are many redwoods, which have a very long history, as long as thousands of years, and the vast area can be called the "Sequoia Empire". As a result, there are plenty of sequoia parks on the West Coast, and Roaring Hills is one of the best of them, with not only redwood cedars, but also retro trains to shuttle through them, which is a very unique experience.
Recommended Index: ★★★★
Suitable for: All
Especially suitable for: new to the United States, photography experts, like to explore the original atmosphere
GPS Address: Roaring Camp: 5401 Graham Hill Rd, Felton, CA 95018
Monterey Bay Aquarium
A small inconspicuous door, hiding the largest and oldest aquarium here, there is a cave here, all kinds of aquatic creatures gather, very exciting. It's perfect for parents and children, and of course, even adults can spend a day here!
Recommendation index: ★★★★★
Suitable for: All
Especially suitable for: new to the United States, like animals, family travel, couples
GPS address: Monterey Bay Aquarium: 886 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940-1085
Business hours:Tuesday~Friday: 10:00-17:00
Saturday~Monday: 9:30-18:00
5 entrances and exits of 17 miles
17 Mile is California's Scenic Highway, one of nine privately owned toll roads in the United States, and is home to many beaches, private mansions, and golf courses.
Recommendation index: ★★★★★
Suitable for: All
Especially suitable for: new to the United States, self-driving, photography experts, family travel
GPS Address: Pacific Grove Gate (17 Mile North Entrance)
Tickets: US$10 per car (cash required, ticket prices may vary)
Suggestion: Spring and autumn, the weather is sunny and cool; In the summer, California has foggy mornings, so you can do activities in the evening, participate in sunset dinners, and family picnics are also good options
Epilogue
Every journey is a good memory, and I hope California Highway 1 can give you a different experience~