![]() But beware because it is a super steep trail down to the beach. You can grab a view from the top of the bluffs or you can hike down to the water. Many people venture here to see the history and get a popular Instagram photo of someone swinging in the remains of the old pier (which often gets torn down). But the only thing that remains is the concrete pillars the pier once stood on. The pier (aka: wharf) was built back in 1867 as a way for ships to transport lumber from the hills to Santa Cruz. The Davenport pier is the remains of a old pier. ![]() DAVENPORT: Davenport Pier: Photo by Joseph Barrientos on Unsplash If you get lucky you might be able to spot some great surfing following a winter storm. We parked at Tide Pools Parking Lot and walked the nature trail along the shore. It is also a local spot for a nature walk. This is not a beginner surfers area, and you have to be tracking the weather to know when the best waves will come. After a strong winter storm in the Northern Pacific Ocean, waves in Mavericks Beach can be over 50 feet tall. It is a legendary spot for surfers during the months of November to March. HALF MOON BAY: Mavericks BeachĪfter leaving San Francisco, the first stop on the Ultimate Pacific Coast Highway California Road Trip is Mavericks Beach. If you are looking explore SF and the Bay Area specifically, be sure to check out our Ultimate San Francisco Road Trip. This itinerary leaves from the San Francisco Bay Area. But ultimately, you just need to decide what resonates with you and can fit in your itinerary. There are TONS of stops along the Pacific Coast Highway, and many different State Parks to enjoy. ![]() Jake and I spent a week traveling this beautiful section of coast to find all the most beautiful sights. And if you want to venture out of the car, there are even more incredible sights. There are so many stunning views from the road and many highway pull-offs that will simply blow you away. In this specific road trip itinerary, we will be covering the section of Highway 1 from San Francisco to Los Angeles, CA. The Pacific Coast Highway, AKA Highway 1, is one of the most stunning scenic drives in the U.S. View of Bixby Bridge along the Pacific Coast Highway
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