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Jan 19, 2025
Santa Monica lifts evacuation warnings, opens PCH for local access as containment of Palisades Fire grows
The city of Santa Monica has lifted all evacuation warnings and curfew within city limits, as fire crews continue to make progress in containing the Palisades Fire.
Jan 18, 2025
Cleanup begins along Pacific Coast Highway
One week after the Palisades Fire erupted, the cleanup along Pacific Coast Highway has begun.
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Jan 12, 2025
Pacific Coast Highway in ruins as new photos show utter destruction along once beautiful oceanfront
California’s Pacific Coast Highway has been ravaged by the wildfires raging across Los Angeles, turning a once beautiful oceanfront to ruins.
Jan 08, 2025
The PCH And Many Other Highways Are Still Closed Due To Raging Wildfires
Wildfires in the Pacific Palisades area have caused the Pacific Coast Highway and many other highways in SoCal to be closed down today.
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Jan 07, 2025
Ten Best Things to Do in Santa Cruz
Pacific Coast Highway Travel picks the ten best things to do in Santa Cruz, California, including the famous boardwalk, wharf, museums, redwoods and beaches.
Jan 03, 2025
Landslide Causes Road Closures Along California’s Highway 1
A portion of Highway 1 has been closed off as a chunk of the road collapsed following a recent storm.
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Dec 26, 2024
California residents urged to avoid ocean as high surf pounds coastline
At least one dead and three missing amid storm that has split wharf, wrecked boat and piled up debris
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Dec 22, 2024
8 Quintessential US Small Towns
Located about 55 miles south of Los Angeles, Laguna Beach truly is one of a kind.
Dec 20, 2024
Eureka
Pacific Coast Highway Travel describes Eureka in California, including its history, location, climate, beaches, and things to do.
Dec 18, 2024
Beautiful California Road Crowned 'Most Scenic Drive' In The State
According to a list compiled by Thrillist, the most scenic drive in all of California is the Pacific Coast Highway.
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Dec 18, 2024
50 Best Motorcycle Roads in America
Out of 3.9 million miles of roads in this country, these are just a drop in the bucket, covering a mere 13,467 miles. There are thousands more great roads out there, so get going!
Dec 14, 2024
Franklin Fire in Malibu: PCH fully reopens as containment increases to 30%
Pacific Coast Highway reopened Friday as firefighters continue to make progress containing the Franklin Fire in Malibu.
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Dec 13, 2024
This map shows where the Franklin fire is burning in Malibu
The Franklin fire in Malibu Canyon continues to grow rapidly, crossing Pacific Coast Highway and spreading to more than 3,000 acres Tuesday, Dec. 10, burning in the hillsides near Pepperdine University.
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Dec 11, 2024
Franklin Fire in Malibu scorches nearly 4,000 acres, thousands remain evacuated
The Franklin Fire in Malibu shifted directions and continues to burn Wednesday as it reaches 3,983 acres and is 7% contained. Thousands of households remain under evacuation orders.
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Dec 06, 2024
California’s sunny Huntington Beach makes a great weekend getaway
Two decades ago, the Southern California seaside town of Huntington Beach applied for — and was granted — the trademark, “Surf City USA.”
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Dec 04, 2024
The Ultimate Guide to Planning a California Coastal Highway Road Trip
California’s Highway 1, also known as the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH), is the second-longest state route in the United States. This dreamy drive takes road trippers through redwood forests, coastal towns, and major cities. Cruise down the windy roads with breathtaking views of the bluffs and crashing waves.
Continue reading "The Ultimate Guide to Planning a California Coastal Highway Road Trip"
Dec 02, 2024
Landslides and flooding in California amid record levels of rainfall
California has been hit by record levels of rainfall, which has caused small landslides and flooding in the US state.
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Nov 30, 2024
Best Time to Visit Cambria
Pacific Coast Highway Travel picks the best time to visit Cambria with a monthly summary of weather, hotel prices and special events to help plan a visit.
Nov 30, 2024
World’s Largest Animal Safety Crossing Coming to California
What could become the world’s largest safe crossing pathway for animals is set to come to the Los Angeles area.
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Nov 30, 2024
SURF'S UP: Visit Huntington Beach and ride the wave California style
The Surf City USA moniker is true to its roots but you don't have to be a surfer to soak up the experience
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Nov 23, 2024
Storm lashes Northern California after leaving thousands without power in Seattle
Heavy downpours fell over much of Northern California on Friday, causing small landslides, overflowing a river and flooding some streets, including in parts of San Francisco. Meanwhile tens of thousands of people were still without power in the Seattle area after several days in the dark.
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Nov 21, 2024
Best Time to Visit Santa Monica
Pacific Coast Highway Travel picks the best time to visit Santa Monica with a monthly summary of weather, hotel prices and special events to help plan a visit.
Nov 17, 2024
Expect Delays: PCH Lane Closures in Malibu Begin Friday and One Lane Closure Continues Next Week
Caltrans Schedules Rock Scaling Work, Announces a Week-Long 24/7 Lane Closure
Nov 16, 2024
Think Big Sur Is Thrilling From the Road? Try Paddling It in a Winter Storm
A highway closure along the wildest stretch of California’s Central Coast inspired three dauntless paddlers to try another route. Here’s how that four-day odyssey went.
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Recent Articles
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Santa Monica lifts evacuation warnings, opens PCH for local access as containment of Palisades Fire grows
Jan 19, 25 10:44 AM
The city of Santa Monica has lifted all evacuation warnings and curfew within city limits, as fire crews continue to make progress in containing the Palisades Fire. -
Cleanup begins along Pacific Coast Highway
Jan 18, 25 10:56 AM
One week after the Palisades Fire erupted, the cleanup along Pacific Coast Highway has begun. -
Pacific Coast Highway in ruins as new photos show utter destruction along once beautiful oceanfront
Jan 12, 25 10:46 AM
California’s Pacific Coast Highway has been ravaged by the wildfires raging across Los Angeles, turning a once beautiful oceanfront to ruins.
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Recent Articles
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Santa Monica lifts evacuation warnings, opens PCH for local access as containment of Palisades Fire grows
Jan 19, 25 10:44 AM
The city of Santa Monica has lifted all evacuation warnings and curfew within city limits, as fire crews continue to make progress in containing the Palisades Fire. -
Cleanup begins along Pacific Coast Highway
Jan 18, 25 10:56 AM
One week after the Palisades Fire erupted, the cleanup along Pacific Coast Highway has begun. -
Pacific Coast Highway in ruins as new photos show utter destruction along once beautiful oceanfront
Jan 12, 25 10:46 AM
California’s Pacific Coast Highway has been ravaged by the wildfires raging across Los Angeles, turning a once beautiful oceanfront to ruins.
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