Pacific Coast Highway: The Ultimate California Road Trip
(Photo: John ‘K’/Flickr ) By Roadtripppers The Pacific Coast Highway, formally known as California State Route 1, is the ultimate road-trip route, tracing the California coast for more than 650 miles from Mendocino County in the north to Orange County in the south. It’s designated an All-American Road for its scenic views, and it packs one heck of a path past some pretty rad attractions. Here’s a guide to 7 must-see spots while road tripping the Pacific Coast Highway. 1.