I made an ebook with a lot of information about the road trip and some of my favorite spots + a link to the map which has all of my stops on it. You can purchase it here if you are interested - payhip.com/b/PUkme
I'm 76 and retired. I thoroughly enjoyed you taking me along on this amazing road trip. I'm an invalid and cannot get out anymore to see the wonderful places there are in this country. I had always heard of the PCH but never had the chance to drive it. You made that possible, and I didn't have to stop at a single red light or pull over to fill the gas tank. I subscribed and plan on watching all of your travel videos. Thanks for giving me 2 enjoyable hours today.
DR, same here i have seizures and prefer not to drive much. So these guys are great. There are also some great train rides that people have taken and video taped that are also assume to watch.
We're so happy that we can be a part of your travel plans. We'll be making more videos in the weeks, months, and years to come. Our next big trip will be from Portland, OR to Baja Mexico. I hope you join us as soon as we get the video up. Thanks for watching.
I just discovered you guys 153 minutes ago... I litterally drove Hwy 1 North to South about 12 years ago quite by accident & in the dark. It was a living nightmare. I was completely stuck! A woman; by myself on a dark deserted, never ending winding slow road! You guys brought light and life to it! I'll never think of it from my own memory again. I absolutely enjoyed every moment of this video. Thank you!
One of my most favorite things about your videos is that you spend time with your dad! I’ve done a lot of California road trips with my sister and she has cancer. We committed to seeing as much of California as possible. Her health has recently had some setbacks and seeing your videos always remind me of our trips. Speaking of, she got goosebumps at La Purisima! I spoke to some of the docents and one told us about Padre Junipero’s room. They always tidy it up every night before closing and In the morning, the bed always looks like someone had slept in it!
Many, many years ago I took that trip with my three sisters, one of who I lost to cancer. I have the pics and the dear memories too. Enjoy each other and so glad you had the chance to do this with your loved ones.
Thank you for bringing this experience to everyone. I'm from Santa Monica and i graduated from Pepperdine University in Malibu..but i just wanted to tell you that your relationship with your dad is wonderful. I just love you for that...You are making great memories with him..I lost my dad in 2019 and wish i could have done this with him...thanks for sharing your relationship with the world!!!
I am jealous you have all the time with your dad. My dad passed several years ago, and I miss the road trips we did on weekends. Thank you for these reminders that life is too short. I definitely loved this one and the several others you did with your dad. Route 66 was awesome video.
I've been in California since I was 7 years old. I'm still here at age 70. I love the Pacific Coast Hwy and I've been to all of these coastal beaches. CALIFORNIA ROCKS! Great surfing beaches! Plenty of restaurants! Piers to walk!
TOO BAD IS GOING DOWN THE CRAPPER WITH THE FORCED AFORDABLE HOUSE , WOKE POLIITICS , AND GOOD OLE ALL AROUND SOCIALIST DRIVEN AGENDA PROGRAMS THAT REWARD CRIMINALS AND PUNISH THE HARD WORKING TAX PAYER . ANYONE THAT ACTUALLY HAS BUILT ANYTHING OF WORTH HAS LEFT TO MORE BUSINESS FRIENDLY STATES . SOON THERE WILL BE NOTHING BUT ILLEGALS AND DRUG ADDICTS AND THOSE WHO REMAIN THAT ACTUALLY WORK AND PAY TAXES WILL BE EXPECTED TO FUND IT ALL . CALIFORNIA "ROCKED " BEFORE LIBERAL DEMOCRAT S AND THIER SLIMEY UNDERHANDED WAY OF DOING THINGS RUINED IT . VOTER FRAUD IS A REAL THING IN CALIFORNIA THE FACT THAT NEWSOME IS STILL DOING HIS DAMAGE IS A PERFECT EXAMPLE OF THAT FRAUD
A Pacific Coast Highway road trip is nothing short of a dream come true! Driving along the California coast for seven days is an experience that leaves you in absolute awe at every turn. The breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, the dramatic cliffs, and the endless stretches of golden beaches create a journey that is both thrilling and serene. From the iconic Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco to the charming coastal towns like Monterey and Santa Barbara, every stop along the way offers something unique and memorable. The winding roads, the fresh sea breeze, and the incredible sunsets make this road trip an unforgettable adventure that captures the very essence of California’s natural beauty and laid-back lifestyle. It's the kind of journey that stays with you long after the trip is over
Seriously, you’re the Rick Steves Cali tourism needs to retain perpetually! I’ve been but never saw or enjoyed California like this. What’s more, your love for your Pops was so heartwarming! I could imagine the fun times your family had in educational journeys growing up!
I Love this channel! very nicely done guys. Taking this trip is both myself and my wife’s dream! I live in Canada and it’s gotten so dam crazy expensive here I don’t know if we will ever have money for this trip. Really appreciate you sharing this video BTW the relationship you and your father have is priceless!
I grew up in beautiful Corona Del Mar and never got north of Point Reyes. I appreciated your showing me the coast further North and all the quaint places you stayed and yummy places to eat. That rhododendron hike looked so beautiful-your timing was appreciated. I never encountered a swarm of lady bugs-how Disney magical was that! You two are the best! Travels with my mom and other times with my husband are some of my fondest memories. Kudos for pointing out the handicapped trails-my husband is wheelchair bound so I appreciate knowing where we could go…and, If we never get there, at least you took us there.
I'm a native Oregonian and have been on the Pacific Coast Highway in Oregon, Washington, and Northern California. I am now 80 and can't travel like I used to, but I have so thoroughly enjoyed every one of your trips. But I must say that the Pacific coastline is one of my very favorite. Thank you for sharing all of california. I'm not sure whether you have done the Pacific Coast Highway in Washington and Oregon but it sure would be worth your time not quite as many people on all of the beaches as you see in California and it's just as beautiful. I actually watch many many of your trips and do enjoy every one of them. I love watching you and your father and also I love watching when you bring your wife and twins along with you guys. Keep up the good work.
I just discovered your videos. This one of PCH is lovely. I live in Florida now but my heart will always be in California. What a great travelogue! The relationship you have with you dad is great too. Thank you for this video!
EPIC TRIP!! Of course I took notes...lol! I very much appreciate it when you mention if a place is "Wheelchair Accessible!" as I use a mobility scooter. Also, I love these great trips with your POP!!!!! What great memories you are making together and makes for a multi-generational appeal! Love your videos! You are an awesome video expert!!!! :)
We fell in love with California on our first visit to the Monterey area a few years ago. We’re looking forward to returning to the area in October. This video is so helpful in our planning. Thank you for all of your wonderful videos.
I remember taking pch from Westport to bodega bay. I turned and there was this fortress that I was totally NOT expecting. I was finally able to visit it a few years later. The Russian influence on CA was a revelation. A great collection of Native American artifacts snd history as well. I knew native Americans were there but I never expected to see a fort. It was interesting to visit. Port arena is cool. I loved the lighthouse tour. You can stay in the houses by the lighthouse. I love the last town on the coast. The Westport hotel and the abalone pub is really cool. Next door is a little liquor store that sells great crab sandwiches. I highly recommend the Westport hotel. Stayed there several times. Has a sauna and delivers tea snd coffee and scones to you door every morning snd price includes breakfast downstairs. Best breakfast views ever.
I took this drive in 1970 it was lovely to share this drive with you. Of course I was very young then. I was just married 21 years old. I remember so much. I love to do it again.
Thanks for the amazing video! This has been so much fun armchair traveling with you and Pops as travel guides. You two are a hoot. Pops dry humor and trailing behind the camera photobombing you just cracks me up. Fun traveling companions! You're a lucky guy to have such a dad.... always wished to find a great dad for my three sons to replace my ex... alas did not find that blessing. Give him hugs! Have long wanted to make that exact road trip though so many mudslides, fires, and closures make it tricky. I've hiked the Holy Jim trail, but the rest is still on my bucket list! Thanks again!
We live in a small beach town in LA, a block away from the PCH. We can't wait to get an electric VW bus and drive up north with the kids. Driving among PCH with your son is one of dad's dream. I enjoyed this video so much, thank you!!
Josh I will watch this in the next few days, however when we drove from San Francisco to Santa Monica in August 2018 we had the worst coastal fog ever. And as it was pretty much a once in a lifetime holiday it was heartbreaking. The fog was so bad that we realised we had driven over Bixby Bridge after about 10 miles. I'm looking forward to your video. Cheers Russ from the UK 🇬🇧
That’s so sad. Often when I would go up to San Francisco from the bay area it is fogged in I took friends from Mexico and we could not see the Golden Gate even when we were standing on it.
Howdy Josh and Pop, the two of you are the perfect road trip buddies and joining you via youtube has been a big delight! I have watched your video 3 times now and shared it with many friends. Truly you both helped prove that PCH is one of the most amazing and beautiful highways in the entire world! I have had the pleasure to drive part of the route but you guys have inspired me to follow your footsteps and drive the entire route! Really appreciate the yummy looking food joints you both enjoyed and shared with us! Happy Trails, Steven in Albuquerque
Great video, thank you for shooting and sharing. I came close to taking this trip last year but my travel companions cancelled at the last minute. Great shots, information, and food. 👏🙂
Hello from South Michigan. I stumbled upon your PCH video and simply fell in love with it. Enough so that it makes me regret that I never got to see California. Such a beautiful state. Although I love Michigan it certainly is different from your coastline. I also think it is the best that you take your dad with you. He gave me a few laughs. I have subscribed and plan to follow more of your video's.
I lived in Port Hueneme, Lompoc, Pismo Beach, Morro Bay, and for over 7 years at Ragged Point. So, this is right up my alley, and retraces some of my own great memories! Thank you!!
Easy to watch, VERY informative. The best video covering the coast I have seen, to date. You're pace, mood/tempo is perfect for this format of informing your audience. Your dad is the coolest!!!
My husband and I stayed at Ragget Point Inn on our first wedding anniversary. We were living in Walnut Creek while I was on assignment as a travel nurse. Ragget point Inn was gorgeous!!
Haven't reach Menducino area. But that's my no. 1 spot too with that cute island and a bridge and a picnic area. It is so adorable. I like that small chapel with stain class windows. Bolinas I like it too with that trail with pink flowers, ferns and red wood trees, Muir Woods & Big Sur in Nepenthe restaurant.
Always been something that I'd love to do, ever since I was watching a movie or tv show and seen how gorgeous PCH is. Me and my mom had talked about doing something like what y'all did in the video, but unfortunately she passed away. I teared up a couple times watching this video just seeing you and your father being able to have this loving memory recorded is beautiful. TY for sharing.😟😃🙏🏼💯💙💜❤️
Wow, what an amazing road trip with your dad. I love seeing your dad with you. It is so sweet of you to take him on your road trips. I would love to do something like this. It was beautiful and I loved seeing the archs. Thank you for sharing, we sure do have a beautiful country that we really need to protect.
Born and raised in California but left at 18 for the Army. Needless to say, things are not the same as it used to be out there (32 yo now) . Politics ruined it for me . But no matter where I go, California still is the most beautiful state in the US! ❤ I will have to one day visit the coast ❤❤ 🌊
I’m always sad every time your road trip ends 😊 I love all your videos thank you for sharing all those beautiful places … Looking forward for more videos of you and your dad and more beautiful places for us to see.. Thank you .
What an amazing video on the PCH!! Having grown up in N. Cal and lived in Ft Bragg for a while, I’ve been on it several times but see by your video that I’ve missed some things! I’ve lived in Michigan for the last 40 years but get back to the Golden State often. I need to get back on the PCH soon (maybe via Route 66…another great video)!! Love your work, keep em coming!
This was such a phenomenal video!!! Thank you so much for sharing your road trip with your Pop with us!!! Absolutely Beautiful! God willing I will one day take this road trip!!!
1st , I'm so sorry about Parker. I'll miss that cutie. ❤ I've been watching you on my big TV so no comments. But I wanted to tell u "hi!" and I love your beautiful property. And I missed you while you were on ur break. But I'm really glad you're back. Always great seeing your gorgeous face. Hugs and love❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you for this beautiful video compilation. It was suggested after I watched the replay of the 135th rose parade. My momma loved the parade and always wanted to drive up the coast but never got a chance to. I never have either. In a weird way I feel like your video being suggested she’s telling me I should go. I’m a SoCal resident and the furthest I have been is Cayucos. Once again Thank you for this incredible video! Great start to the New Year!🥳✨✨🙌🏻
I would also do this trip from south to north. Seems like the scenery and trails become more spectacular heading north. This is one of the more enjoyable videos I've seen on PCH.
Yayyyyy that was fun. From San Francisco heading north I've seen some of the places. Also went underneath the redwood tree. I've had a wonderful time exploring this part of California with my sweet man. A trip I will never forget. It's so amazingly beautiful there. I'm from the Netherlands. Afcourse we have beautiful breathtaking places in Europe and beautiful places in the Netherlands. But this area and part of the Oregon coast just blew my mind. Moved me to tears more than once. I hope my man and I can do this trip as well. ❤😊
Thank you so much for sharing this video… living in the Central Valley of California it’s a reminder to not take for granted all the beauty that surround us. Now I’m ready to take a mini vacation and take in the parts of PCH that I haven’t yet seen. ☀️🌊
When I was walking around at Moonstone Beach the one time I was there, I actually found a moonstone! 😍Not a stone ftom.the moon but a kind of lesser jewel carrying this name. I love the milky light inside.
This whole video was amazing. I was born in Anaheim and grew up in CA. There are places in this video I didn’t know existed. In Dana Point, I didn’t know about the Pirates Tower or Glass Beach, or many other spots. TY
♥ such a wonderful video. So enjoyed the trip in my beloved Cali. ♥ you did a GREAT JOB!! I grew up on the SANTA MONICA pier and spent a lot of time on the beach there. ♥ thanks again for a very enjoyable afternoon. PS... I think I'm in love with pops. ♥
It is a very important jouney once in life time.I really enjoyed the video with incredible photographs and pictures.I would like to thank the crue in general.
I’ve lived here in CA my whole life and have never seen some of these sites. I’ve added them to my list. One area I was super bummed you bypassed was when you went from Big Sur to Monterey & skipped the most beautiful town in California (in my opinion) - Carmel! Carmel is a can’t miss. Lastly, I have to tell you how emotional your video made me. I lost my dad in 2018 & wish I had been able to have an experience like this with him. He would have loved it. Enjoy every minute with your dad, they are so special.
Start at Dunes. My wifes family wore them out back in 70s 80s. Like Dumont now they are very busy. 1 million people leaving LA every weekend looking for stuff to do. Fortunately it has Vegas. Cambria is my go to Chowder stop. Just easier. Ragged Point for a Sandwich, YOU CAN DRIVE UP Nasciemento Road 10 miles to top and if the never burnt off fog does burn off EPIC view. The road is literally right before Ragged Point. Sand Dollar is about the biggest beach on that coast once up in the ride. My wife grew up there all of them from WWII like my Uncle stayed out there. Lived the real CALI dream 50s 60s 70s 80s. But the dream lives on.
Not only is your father very very handsome and funny but he likes Taco Bell too. It just can't get any better. I love this video because we used to do the same thing from San Diego up to NorCal and back!❤
Epic!! what a wonderful adventure for you and your pops!! Thanks for sharing your journey along beautiful California coastline 🙏🏼 wishing you guys safe travels always 🌲🌲🚙💨🌲
Good job fellas, well done, ..you know, Im 63 now and have lived in the North OC/LBC area all my life, with LA of coarse, being ground zero in the bigger picture...Im very proud to be from my neck of the woods, in fact Southern California to be specific....but watching your video reminded me how special our great State of California truly is.. as a whole ...all of it...thanks for sharing ...JDnHBOCCA
Wow! I just stumbled on to your video. I am from Laguna and have not been home for almost 25 years. I was so surprising to see you start right off there. I loved it. Thank you.
What an incredible video! Your narration made it very enjoyable. This video certainly convinced me to do the whole PCH road trip. Thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you guys for sharing your journey. So happy for you that you got to spend that time together. Loved seeing all the great scenic beaches and coast lines. I hope to do this trip soon!
I'm sure hoping that they are able to reopen Highway 1 between us in Cambria and Big Sur. What a great journey! Thanks for sharing it with us. Makes me want to wander up that way again!
Fantastic video! I recently moved from the Morro Bay area, after spending 15 wonderful years there. I also lived, sometime ago, on the Mendocino coast. I love the California coast. Your video captures it beautifully. But, I hope the next time your trip includes the Mendocino Botanical Gardens, on HWY 1, 47 acres of amazing plants, the climate is Mediterranean, with a trail leading to the ocean bluffs. I’ve been to several botanical gardens in the US, this is at the top of my list. You can check on the website, what’s blooming. A special time is when the rhododendrons bloom in May and Art In The Gardens in August.There’s also a wonderful gift shop and a nursery where you can shop for plants.
So very hard to pick a favorite location as this travel had many fantastic sites to see. I have been to the Golden Gate Bridge & Big Sur, so I definitely loved to see that area again, as my travel days are probably over now. I recently discovered your videos & I will be traveling across the US with you as I plan to watch all of them, thanks for taking me along with you & your Pops!
I made an ebook with a lot of information about the road trip and some of my favorite spots + a link to the map which has all of my stops on it. You can purchase it here if you are interested - payhip.com/b/PUkme
Epic travel video!! Thanks for sharing...need to take this trip!
dont waste your time in la...go to oregon
the redwoods...washington...mmmmmm
ojai...nat. forrest....hot springs....san lois obisbo
u missed jade cove bad boy
I'd love to review your ebook
I'm 76 and retired. I thoroughly enjoyed you taking me along on this amazing road trip. I'm an invalid and cannot get out anymore to see the wonderful places there are in this country. I had always heard of the PCH but never had the chance to drive it. You made that possible, and I didn't have to stop at a single red light or pull over to fill the gas tank. I subscribed and plan on watching all of your travel videos. Thanks for giving me 2 enjoyable hours today.
DR, same here i have seizures and prefer not to drive much. So these guys are great. There are also some great train rides that people have taken and video taped that are also assume to watch.
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It was great ! 👍
We're so happy that we can be a part of your travel plans. We'll be making more videos in the weeks, months, and years to come. Our next big trip will be from Portland, OR to Baja Mexico. I hope you join us as soon as we get the video up. Thanks for watching.
I just discovered you guys 153 minutes ago...
I litterally drove Hwy 1 North to South about 12 years ago quite by accident & in the dark. It was a living nightmare. I was completely stuck! A woman; by myself on a dark deserted, never ending winding slow road!
You guys brought light and life to it! I'll never think of it from my own memory again.
I absolutely enjoyed every moment of this video.
Thank you!
Oh that sounds terrifying! I hope you're able to do it again with some company and in the daytime! :)
One of my most favorite things about your videos is that you spend time with your dad! I’ve done a lot of California road trips with my sister and she has cancer. We committed to seeing as much of California as possible. Her health has recently had some setbacks and seeing your videos always remind me of our trips. Speaking of, she got goosebumps at La Purisima! I spoke to some of the docents and one told us about Padre Junipero’s room. They always tidy it up every night before closing and In the morning, the bed always looks like someone had slept in it!
Many, many years ago I took that trip with my three sisters, one of who I lost to cancer. I have the pics and the dear memories too. Enjoy each other and so glad you had the chance to do this with your loved ones.
Thank you Josh , you and your pop ant a joy to watch. You are my new Hugh Howser !
Thank you for bringing this experience to everyone. I'm from Santa Monica and i graduated from Pepperdine University in Malibu..but i just wanted to tell you that your relationship with your dad is wonderful. I just love you for that...You are making great memories with him..I lost my dad in 2019 and wish i could have done this with him...thanks for sharing your relationship with the world!!!
I am jealous you have all the time with your dad. My dad passed several years ago, and I miss the road trips we did on weekends. Thank you for these reminders that life is too short. I definitely loved this one and the several others you did with your dad. Route 66 was awesome video.
I've been in California since I was 7 years old. I'm still here at age 70. I love the Pacific Coast Hwy and I've been to all of these coastal beaches. CALIFORNIA ROCKS! Great surfing beaches! Plenty of restaurants! Piers to walk!
TOO BAD IS GOING DOWN THE CRAPPER WITH THE FORCED AFORDABLE HOUSE , WOKE POLIITICS , AND GOOD OLE ALL AROUND SOCIALIST DRIVEN AGENDA PROGRAMS THAT REWARD CRIMINALS AND PUNISH THE HARD WORKING TAX PAYER . ANYONE THAT ACTUALLY HAS BUILT ANYTHING OF WORTH HAS LEFT TO MORE BUSINESS FRIENDLY STATES . SOON THERE WILL BE NOTHING BUT ILLEGALS AND DRUG ADDICTS AND THOSE WHO REMAIN THAT ACTUALLY WORK AND PAY TAXES WILL BE EXPECTED TO FUND IT ALL . CALIFORNIA "ROCKED " BEFORE LIBERAL DEMOCRAT S AND THIER SLIMEY UNDERHANDED WAY OF DOING THINGS RUINED IT . VOTER FRAUD IS A REAL THING IN CALIFORNIA THE FACT THAT NEWSOME IS STILL DOING HIS DAMAGE IS A PERFECT EXAMPLE OF THAT FRAUD
A Pacific Coast Highway road trip is nothing short of a dream come true! Driving along the California coast for seven days is an experience that leaves you in absolute awe at every turn. The breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, the dramatic cliffs, and the endless stretches of golden beaches create a journey that is both thrilling and serene. From the iconic Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco to the charming coastal towns like Monterey and Santa Barbara, every stop along the way offers something unique and memorable. The winding roads, the fresh sea breeze, and the incredible sunsets make this road trip an unforgettable adventure that captures the very essence of California’s natural beauty and laid-back lifestyle. It's the kind of journey that stays with you long after the trip is over
Seriously, you’re the Rick Steves Cali tourism needs to retain perpetually! I’ve been but never saw or enjoyed California like this. What’s more, your love for your Pops was so heartwarming! I could imagine the fun times your family had in educational journeys growing up!
I like the Rick Steves reference.
I’m 62 and admire the relationship you have with your pops thank you for sharing your adventures ❤
I just love tagging along with you and your dad. These videos make my foot itch to travel, I love it! Safe travels, keep making these memories 💝
I Love this channel! very nicely done guys. Taking this trip is both myself and my wife’s dream! I live in Canada and it’s gotten so dam crazy expensive here I don’t know if we will ever have money for this trip. Really appreciate you sharing this video BTW the relationship you and your father have is priceless!
Your "Pops" is an absolute treasure! Thanks for taking me along on your adventure.
Great trip to take with your Dad! You’re blessed to have him!
You are so blessed to be able to have your dad along with you I do so enjoy all of your videos. Thank you for taking me alone.
I grew up in beautiful Corona Del Mar and never got north of Point Reyes. I appreciated your showing me the coast further North and all the quaint places you stayed and yummy places to eat. That rhododendron hike looked so beautiful-your timing was appreciated. I never encountered a swarm of lady bugs-how Disney magical was that! You two are the best! Travels with my mom and other times with my husband are some of my fondest memories. Kudos for pointing out the handicapped trails-my husband is wheelchair bound so I appreciate knowing where we could go…and, If we never get there, at least you took us there.
I'm a native Oregonian and have been on the Pacific Coast Highway in Oregon, Washington, and Northern California. I am now 80 and can't travel like I used to, but I have so thoroughly enjoyed every one of your trips. But I must say that the Pacific coastline is one of my very favorite. Thank you for sharing all of california. I'm not sure whether you have done the Pacific Coast Highway in Washington and Oregon but it sure would be worth your time not quite as many people on all of the beaches as you see in California and it's just as beautiful. I actually watch many many of your trips and do enjoy every one of them. I love watching you and your father and also I love watching when you bring your wife and twins along with you guys. Keep up the good work.
I just discovered your videos. This one of PCH is lovely. I live in Florida now but my heart will always be in California. What a great travelogue! The relationship you have with you dad is great too. Thank you for this video!
EPIC TRIP!! Of course I took notes...lol! I very much appreciate it when you mention if a place is "Wheelchair Accessible!" as I use a mobility scooter. Also, I love these great trips with your POP!!!!! What great memories you are making together and makes for a multi-generational appeal! Love your videos! You are an awesome video expert!!!! :)
We fell in love with California on our first visit to the Monterey area a few years ago. We’re looking forward to returning to the area in October.
This video is so helpful in our planning. Thank you for all of your wonderful videos.
If you ever return to Monterey, try to book a quaint room at Asilomar and walk the lovely Asilomar beach over to Cannery Row.
My wife and I did this drive back in 2018, it was amazing and breathtaking. I would love to do it again someday 👍
I remember taking pch from Westport to bodega bay. I turned and there was this fortress that I was totally NOT expecting. I was finally able to visit it a few years later. The Russian influence on CA was a revelation. A great collection of Native American artifacts snd history as well. I knew native Americans were there but I never expected to see a fort. It was interesting to visit. Port arena is cool. I loved the lighthouse tour. You can stay in the houses by the lighthouse. I love the last town on the coast. The Westport hotel and the abalone pub is really cool. Next door is a little liquor store that sells great crab sandwiches. I highly recommend the Westport hotel. Stayed there several times. Has a sauna and delivers tea snd coffee and scones to you door every morning snd price includes breakfast downstairs. Best breakfast views ever.
when i'm old(er) i hope my daughter would takes me on trips like you w/ your dad
The whole trip was awesome. I really enjoy you and your dad on your trips. You make a great tour guide.
I took this drive in 1970 it was lovely to share this drive with you. Of course I was very young then. I was just married 21 years old. I remember so much. I love to do it again.
🏆 I’ve seen a lot of California Coast videos, but you guys have the most unique one stopping at places no one else has. Bravo!
Thanks for the amazing video! This has been so much fun armchair traveling with you and Pops as travel guides. You two are a hoot. Pops dry humor and trailing behind the camera photobombing you just cracks me up. Fun traveling companions! You're a lucky guy to have such a dad.... always wished to find a great dad for my three sons to replace my ex... alas did not find that blessing. Give him hugs! Have long wanted to make that exact road trip though so many mudslides, fires, and closures make it tricky. I've hiked the Holy Jim trail, but the rest is still on my bucket list! Thanks again!
We live in a small beach town in LA, a block away from the PCH. We can't wait to get an electric VW bus and drive up north with the kids. Driving among PCH with your son is one of dad's dream. I enjoyed this video so much, thank you!!
Same dream, but with an Aptera :)
We're planning a road trip this spring and really appreciate the insights. I had no idea how beautiful northern California is. Wow! Thanks.
Josh I will watch this in the next few days, however when we drove from San Francisco to Santa Monica in August 2018 we had the worst coastal fog ever. And as it was pretty much a once in a lifetime holiday it was heartbreaking. The fog was so bad that we realised we had driven over Bixby Bridge after about 10 miles. I'm looking forward to your video. Cheers Russ from the UK 🇬🇧
Such a bummer, I am so sorry you didn't get to experience the coast views and that you missed Bixby because it was so bad!
That’s so sad. Often when I would go up to San Francisco from the bay area it is fogged in I took friends from Mexico and we could not see the Golden Gate even when we were standing on it.
Howdy Josh and Pop, the two of you are the perfect road trip buddies and joining you via youtube has been a big delight! I have watched your video 3 times now and shared it with many friends. Truly you both helped prove that PCH is one of the most amazing and beautiful highways in the entire world! I have had the pleasure to drive part of the route but you guys have inspired me to follow your footsteps and drive the entire route! Really appreciate the yummy looking food joints you both enjoyed and shared with us! Happy Trails, Steven in Albuquerque
Great video, thank you for shooting and sharing. I came close to taking this trip last year but my travel companions cancelled at the last minute. Great shots, information, and food. 👏🙂
Hello from South Michigan. I stumbled upon your PCH video and simply fell in love with it. Enough so that it makes me regret that I never got to see California. Such a beautiful state. Although I love Michigan it certainly is different from your coastline. I also think it is the best that you take your dad with you. He gave me a few laughs. I have subscribed and plan to follow more of your video's.
This was an awesome video. Thank you so very much. You and your dad are great travelling companions. Just beautiful.
Thank you so much for this video. I’m 73 and it’s a great way to visit a place I love.
I lived in Port Hueneme, Lompoc, Pismo Beach, Morro Bay, and for over 7 years at Ragged Point. So, this is right up my alley, and retraces some of my own great memories! Thank you!!
Easy to watch, VERY informative. The best video covering the coast I have seen, to date. You're pace, mood/tempo is perfect for this format of informing your audience. Your dad is the coolest!!!
+ I like how you cover the unique places for food!
My husband and I stayed at Ragget Point Inn on our first wedding anniversary. We were living in Walnut Creek while I was on assignment as a travel nurse. Ragget point Inn was gorgeous!!
Haven't reach Menducino area. But that's my no. 1 spot too with that cute island and a bridge and a picnic area. It is so adorable. I like that small chapel with stain class windows. Bolinas I like it too with that trail with pink flowers, ferns and red wood trees, Muir Woods & Big Sur in Nepenthe restaurant.
PCH is beautiful.
I would like to experience this drive with my husband in few years as a retirement celebration.
Thanks for sharing
California is so beautiful and the weather is great.
My favorite part is …….all of it! Plus your father & son bonding ……Love it. Thank you for taking us to places that we can’t ❤
The whole west coast from Seattle to San Diego is by far the coolest drive.
Always been something that I'd love to do, ever since I was watching a movie or tv show and seen how gorgeous PCH is. Me and my mom had talked about doing something like what y'all did in the video, but unfortunately she passed away. I teared up a couple times watching this video just seeing you and your father being able to have this loving memory recorded is beautiful. TY for sharing.😟😃🙏🏼💯💙💜❤️
My husband and I just drove the coast and used your recommendations! Amazing trip thank you so much !!
Wow, what an amazing road trip with your dad. I love seeing your dad with you. It is so sweet of you to take him on your road trips. I would love to do something like this. It was beautiful and I loved seeing the archs. Thank you for sharing, we sure do have a beautiful country that we really need to protect.
Thanks for putting the time and effort to get these videos out! It was a long one, my family and I enjoyed every minute of it.
Born and raised in California but left at 18 for the Army. Needless to say, things are not the same as it used to be out there (32 yo now) . Politics ruined it for me . But no matter where I go, California still is the most beautiful state in the US! ❤ I will have to one day visit the coast ❤❤ 🌊
Thanks for letting me relive places I been to when I lived in California! Bob’s Doughnuts rules! I Loved the Old fashion maple ones.
Still awesome! This channel ROCKS!!
I’m always sad every time your road trip ends 😊 I love all your videos thank you for sharing all those beautiful places … Looking forward for more videos of you and your dad and more beautiful places for us to see.. Thank you .
What an amazing video on the PCH!! Having grown up in N. Cal and lived in Ft Bragg for a while, I’ve been on it several times but see by your video that I’ve missed some things! I’ve lived in Michigan for the last 40 years but get back to the Golden State often. I need to get back on the PCH soon (maybe via Route 66…another great video)!! Love your work, keep em coming!
This was such a phenomenal video!!! Thank you so much for sharing your road trip with your Pop with us!!! Absolutely Beautiful! God willing I will one day take this road trip!!!
1st , I'm so sorry about Parker. I'll miss that cutie. ❤
I've been watching you on my big TV so no comments. But I wanted to tell u "hi!" and I love your beautiful property. And I missed you while you were on ur break. But I'm really glad you're back. Always great seeing your gorgeous face. Hugs and love❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you for this beautiful video compilation. It was suggested after I watched the replay of the 135th rose parade. My momma loved the parade and always wanted to drive up the coast but never got a chance to. I never have either. In a weird way I feel like your video being suggested she’s telling me I should go. I’m a SoCal resident and the furthest I have been is Cayucos. Once again Thank you for this incredible video! Great start to the New Year!🥳✨✨🙌🏻
I would also do this trip from south to north. Seems like the scenery and trails become more spectacular heading north.
This is one of the more enjoyable videos I've seen on PCH.
Yayyyyy that was fun. From San Francisco heading north I've seen some of the places. Also went underneath the redwood tree. I've had a wonderful time exploring this part of California with my sweet man. A trip I will never forget. It's so amazingly beautiful there. I'm from the Netherlands. Afcourse we have beautiful breathtaking places in Europe and beautiful places in the Netherlands. But this area and part of the Oregon coast just blew my mind. Moved me to tears more than once. I hope my man and I can do this trip as well. ❤😊
I really enjoyed your California roadtrip. I always wanted to visit California, so your Video has shown me a lot about California. Thank you.
Thank you so much for sharing this video… living in the Central Valley of California it’s a reminder to not take for granted all the beauty that surround us. Now I’m ready to take a mini vacation and take in the parts of PCH that I haven’t yet seen. ☀️🌊
When I was walking around at Moonstone Beach the one time I was there, I actually found a moonstone! 😍Not a stone ftom.the moon but a kind of lesser jewel carrying this name. I love the milky light inside.
So beautiful places as the time your spend with your dad.
Wow that’s so coool . For real . I’m glad that vlog are showing the beauty scenery.
Now THAT brought back the memories……thanks !!!
Loved your video! PCH is such a feast for the eyes and you captured it beautifully!
What’ an amazing video! Will help me navigate up the coast when I start my nationwide camping trip
In a couple of weeks! Thanks for sharing 🫡
I watch all the way through. Thank you so much. I am now a fan.
I really enjoyed watching this beautiful video. Thank you so much for making it!
This whole video was amazing. I was born in Anaheim and grew up in CA. There are places in this video I didn’t know existed. In Dana Point, I didn’t know about the Pirates Tower or Glass Beach, or many other spots. TY
Your dad is so cool! And yes, I too have used the lemon fork to eat oysters on the half shell at Hog Island and other places. 🤣🤣
I did that drive in 2015 from Eureka to San Diego. Was amazing
This is a masterpiece
♥ such a wonderful video. So enjoyed the trip in my beloved Cali. ♥ you did a GREAT JOB!!
I grew up on the SANTA MONICA pier and spent a lot of time on the beach there. ♥ thanks again for a very enjoyable afternoon.
PS... I think I'm in love with pops. ♥
I love Stinson Beach we used to go every weekend when I was little
I met my 1st husband there!
Really enjoyed this trip! I have done the PCH trip several times...always beautiful!
It is a very important jouney once in life time.I really enjoyed the video with incredible photographs and pictures.I would like to thank the crue in general.
I’ve lived here in CA my whole life and have never seen some of these sites. I’ve added them to my list. One area I was super bummed you bypassed was when you went from Big Sur to Monterey & skipped the most beautiful town in California (in my opinion) - Carmel! Carmel is a can’t miss.
Lastly, I have to tell you how emotional your video made me. I lost my dad in 2018 & wish I had been able to have an experience like this with him. He would have loved it. Enjoy every minute with your dad, they are so special.
Only thing I liked our Carmel is the sand. Town ok just touristy shops.not worth spending much time there.😊
Start at Dunes. My wifes family wore them out back in 70s 80s. Like Dumont now they are very busy. 1 million people leaving LA every weekend looking for stuff to do. Fortunately it has Vegas.
Cambria is my go to Chowder stop. Just easier. Ragged Point for a Sandwich, YOU CAN DRIVE UP Nasciemento Road 10 miles to top and if the never burnt off fog does burn off EPIC view. The road is literally right before Ragged Point.
Sand Dollar is about the biggest beach on that coast once up in the ride.
My wife grew up there all of them from WWII like my Uncle stayed out there. Lived the real CALI dream 50s 60s 70s 80s.
But the dream lives on.
Not only is your father very very handsome and funny but he likes Taco Bell too. It just can't get any better. I love this video because we used to do the same thing from San Diego up to NorCal and back!❤
Epic!! what a wonderful adventure for you and your pops!! Thanks for sharing your journey along beautiful California coastline 🙏🏼 wishing you guys safe travels always 🌲🌲🚙💨🌲
Good job fellas, well done, ..you know, Im 63 now and have lived in the North OC/LBC area all my life, with LA of coarse, being ground zero in the bigger picture...Im very proud to be from my neck of the woods, in fact Southern California to be specific....but watching your video reminded me how special our great State of California truly is.. as a whole ...all of it...thanks for sharing ...JDnHBOCCA
Wow! I just stumbled on to your video. I am from Laguna and have not been home for almost 25 years.
I was so surprising to see you start
right off there. I loved it. Thank you.
I have to say that I really enjoyed watching the whole road trip.... this was such a beautiful and educational video. You did an awesome job!
Wow, this was a great road trip video I have ever watched. Very informative.
Anything In n Out is great! Miss them back East here in Indiana.
Fav. In&Out, pops nailed it!! Nice video
gentlemen. Next time start in San Diego A?
My favorite location was that lighthouse that was out off the road north of the Bay area.. God bless you thank you
What an incredible video! Your narration made it very enjoyable. This video certainly convinced me to do the whole PCH road trip. Thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it. Thanks for sharing!
I didn't expect to watch two hours of your journey. Really good video, good editing and shots
Thank you guys for sharing your journey. So happy for you that you got to spend that time together. Loved seeing all the great scenic beaches and coast lines. I hope to do this trip soon!
Wonderful trip. Thank you so much for sharing your route. We will explore ourselves very soon. 👍
Enjoyed your video! I’ll have to take that drive sometime.
I'm sure hoping that they are able to reopen Highway 1 between us in Cambria and Big Sur. What a great journey! Thanks for sharing it with us. Makes me want to wander up that way again!
OMG, Josh - you are so cute…Disney Princess and lady bugs- you totally made me laugh!
Amazing scenic video. Very soothing voice.
Fantastic video! I recently moved from the Morro Bay area, after spending 15 wonderful years there. I also lived, sometime ago, on the Mendocino coast. I love the California coast. Your video captures it beautifully. But, I hope the next time your trip includes the Mendocino Botanical Gardens, on HWY 1, 47 acres of amazing plants, the climate is Mediterranean, with a trail leading to the ocean bluffs. I’ve been to several botanical gardens in the US, this is at the top of my list. You can check on the website, what’s blooming. A special time is when the rhododendrons bloom in May and Art In The Gardens in August.There’s also a wonderful gift shop and a nursery where you can shop for plants.
So very hard to pick a favorite location as this travel had many fantastic sites to see. I have been to the Golden Gate Bridge & Big Sur, so I definitely loved to see that area again, as my travel days are probably over now. I recently discovered your videos & I will be traveling across the US with you as I plan to watch all of them, thanks for taking me along with you & your Pops!
This is a fantastic video. Thanks.
Excellent job. I really enjoyed your video. I look forward to seeing more
We have driven from Morro Bay to Astoria Oregon, Big sur and north from San Francisco is the best part.😊