From foggy cliffs and towering redwoods, to warm sands and legendary surf, explore the best of the golden coast with MOON COASTAL CALIFORNIA.



Inside you'll find:

Strategic itineraries for every budget and travel style, including adventurous getaways, family vacations, romantic weekends, and a two-week trip covering the whole coast

How to plan a Pacific Coast road trip, with detailed mileage, driving times, and side trips to timeless California hits like wine country

The top beaches for surfing, wildlife viewing, solitude, scuba diving, snorkeling, hiking, and more

Unique activities and can't-miss highlights: Catch a wave in a classic surf town, explore sea caves by kayak, or hike winding coastal trails, set up camp, and watch the sun set over the Pacific. Feast on local Dungeness crab, sample stouts at a coastal microbrewery, or find the best fish tacos this side of Baja. Spot wild elk, soaring condors, and migrating gray whales. Soak up Hollywood's glitz and glamour or the laid-back charms of Santa Barbara. Admire world-class galleries in San Francisco, or check out the thrill rides on the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout

Expert advice from California local Stuart Thornton on where to stay, where to eat, and how to get around by car, train, and public transportation

Handy tips for international visitors, seniors, LGBTQ+ travelers, and travelers with disabilities

Background information on California's landscape, plants and animals, history, and culture

Full coverage of San Francisco and the Bay Area, the North Coast, Monterey Bay, Big Sur and the Central Coast, Santa Barbara and Ventura, Los Angeles and Orange County, and San Diego



With MOON COASTAL CALIFORNIA'S myriad activities, local insight, and expert know-how, you can plan your trip your way.