Pacific Coast Highway (CA-1) - Big Sur Coastline
America's premier coastal motorcycle corridor, hugging sheer 1,000-foot granite cliffs above the crashing Pacific surf. Features iconic Bixby Creek Bridge, coastal redwood groves through Big Sur valley, and exhilarating rhythmic elevation changes.
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Legendary 1930s Alcoa stone lodge perched right on the raging rapids of the Cheoah River, 5 miles south of the Tail of the Dragon. High-end rider hospitality with roaring river vistas, stone hearths, and an upscale evening tavern where motorcyclists toast surviving 318 curves.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many curves and miles is Pacific Coast Highway (CA-1) - Big Sur Coastline? ▼
Pacific Coast Highway (CA-1) - Big Sur Coastline spans 90 miles and packs approximately 320 curves (3.6 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 20 ft - 1,150 ft and technical rating 7/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA (Latitude 36.5552, Longitude -121.9233) and finishes at San Simeon / Cambria, CA (Latitude 35.6439, Longitude -121.1894).
How can I download the GPX file for GPS navigation? ▼
Click the "Download Free GPX" button on this guide. The standard XML file is 100% free and ready to load into Garmin zūmo, BMW Motorrad Connected, Rever, Scenic, or Google Maps.