~Santa Cruz~
A small village full of creativity fueled by artists and music lovers alike. This laid back surfer town offers many different things to those that want to stop and wonder the streets. All along the beachfront is a great paved walk way to take in the views of the winding cliffs. Great for looking down on surfers, sea lions and anything else you may spot swimming around. Santa Cruz also featured on the waterfront a Beach Boardwalk that is home to a roller coaster, carousel, free concerts and clam chowder. At the north end of the city you can see an amazing site....a natural bridge carved from rock by the strength of the sea...many of these can be spotted up and down the coast as you take the walk along stunning houses and whispering sea.
The area is also dotted with lighthouses of many shapes and sizes guiding ships in the Monterey Bay.
~Monterey~
Taking a drive south along Hwy 1 around the Monterey Bay there are many areas to pull over and explore. Moss Landing and Seaside feature great little areas to explore. Entering into Monterey you start to get the busy little coastal town feel with traffic lights and one way streets. The best start is a welcome center where you can plan your hot spots to see. This picture was taken along Sunset Drive at Point Pinos Lighthouse Reservation. There is also a public bathroom along the route :)
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A must when heading south out of Monterey is to take the "17 mile Drive" that takes you along the coast to Point Lobos State Reserve where you can find the rare Monterey Cypress along with the view that conjured up Treasure Island. There are many places to pull over and take pictures but just a warning, you have to pay to get on the road to take the self guided tour.
Resting up and pre-stretching as you walk around Point Lobos is a must for the next 111 miles of curvy world famous highway 1....
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