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8 | WheelsOfGrace.com | Issue 49 California State Route 1, also known as the Pacific Coast Highway, has earned the tle of the "most beau ful road in the world." Meandering along the Pacific Ocean, this all-American road offers spectacular coastal views, quirky fishing and surfing villages, old pioneer outposts, bootleggers' saloons, roadside kitsch, and that classic California vibe. Many motorcyclists choose to ride the Pacific Coast Highway from North to South so that they ride on the side of the ocean star ng at the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco and ending the trip in Los Angeles, but this world-famous road is equally spectacular in either direc on. If you're planning on riding the Pacific Coast Highway, here are a few places we think you must visit along the way: Half Moon Bay This is the first stop a er leaving San Francisco and heading south. A small surfing village famous for giant waves and an annual pumpkin fes val, Half Moon Bay has some spectacular white sand beaches and drama c cliff edges making for excellent photo opportuni es. Half Moon Bay is perfect for a leisurely beach stroll to stretch your legs and grab a bite to eat at one of the town's delis or diners. Santa Cruz Santa Cruz feels like it's stuck in the six es. The town's famous Beach Boardwalk is all about the old school Americana feel with its 60's inspired signs and buildings, so if you're a er some classic souvenirs, this is the place to be. Santa Cruz also boasts a quirky, bohemian wharf with plenty of restaurants and shops to browse. Big Sur Big Sur is the most stunning sec on of the Pacific Coast Highway where the redwood covered mountain slopes and sheer cliffs drop into the ocean, crea ng wild, drama c scenery. Be sure to stop and take in the views at Bixby Bridge, the most photographed landmark in Big Sur, and McWay Falls, a stunning li le cove on the beach with an 80 foot waterfall plunging down into the sea. Take your me riding Big Sur as there are numerous scenic lookouts and artsy communi es to explore. San Luis Obispo This coastal town, located roughly mid-way on the Highway, is a wonderful mix of the wild, the modern, and the bohemian. San Luis Obispo is a mellow college town surrounded by beau ful beaches and vineyards. While in town, check out Bubblegum Alley, a narrow li le street covered in…bubblegum from passers-by. If you love seafood, stop for some clam chowder in the nearby Pismo Beach. 1-800-LawTigers LawTigers.com Riding the Pacific Coast Highway Riding the Pacific Coast Highway By Law Tigers

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