U.S. Hwy. One snakes along the coast, with spectacular views of the state's northern shoreline. A few hours stopover provides a nice break from traveling to sample scenery and wildlife--whales pass through offshore waters populated by California sea lions and harbor seals.

There are dozens of wildlife viewing locations along the Highway 1 corridor. If you have time, ask about other wildlife viewing areas that are more off the beaten path. While peak viewing times are fall through spring, there is also excellent summer viewing and the coastal scenery is always breathtaking.

For Further Information:

• Bolinas Lagoon & Audubon Preserve (415) 868-9244
  Marin County Convention & Visitors Bureau (415) 499-5000
  
  
• Golden Gate National Recreaion Area (415) 561-4700
  Mt. Tamalpais State Park can be accessed from Highway 1 while you are in the Marin County portion of the site. (415) 388-2070
  San Francisco Convention & Visitors Bureau (415) 974-6900
  Marin County Convention & Visitors Bureau (415) 499-5000
  
  
• Point Reyes National Seashore (415) 464-5100
  Marin County Convention & Visitors Bureau (415) 499-5000
  
  
• Vista Trail & Sonoma State Beaches (707) 875-3483
  Sonoma County Tourism (707) 565-5383
  
  
• Salt Point (707) 847-3221
  Sonoma County Tourism (707) 565-5383
  
  
• Point Cabrillo Preserve (707) 937-0816
  Fort Bragg/Mendocino Chamber of Commerce (707) 961-6300
  
  
• Mackerricher State Park (707) 937-0816
  Fort Bragg/Mendocino Chamber of Commerce (707) 961-6300