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Central California

When people think of California, often it’s only in terms of northern and southern. While both areas have much to recommend, you’re missing a rich adventure by passing through Central California without stopping! Skip out on some of the biggest crowds in the state’s most well-known spots and find something off the radar. Whether you’re looking for hikes, aquariums, or castles, Central California is worth taking the time to explore. Here are some of our favorite spots.

Luffa Farm in Nipomo: The Bath Scrubs that Grow on a Bush
Central California | Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Stops | Strangely Awesome

Luffa Farm in Nipomo: The Bath Scrubs that Grow on a Bush

Lillian’s Italian Kitchen: Best Dinner in Santa Cruz
Central California | Food

Lillian’s Italian Kitchen: Best Dinner in Santa Cruz

Glaum Egg Ranch: Home of the Egg Vending Machine
Central California | Food | Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Stops | Strangely Awesome

Glaum Egg Ranch: Home of the Egg Vending Machine

Bigfoot Discovery Museum: Searching for the Sasquatch in Santa Cruz
Central California | Museums | Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Stops | Strangely Awesome

Bigfoot Discovery Museum: Searching for the Sasquatch in Santa Cruz

Where to Eat Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Dessert in Santa Cruz
Central California | Food | Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Stops

Where to Eat Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Dessert in Santa Cruz

Ruddell’s Smokehouse: Smoked Fish Tacos
Central California | Food | Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Stops

Ruddell’s Smokehouse: Smoked Fish Tacos

Bravo Farms in Traver: Food, Tree Houses & Antiques on Highway 99
Central California | Food | Places | Stores | Strangely Awesome

Bravo Farms in Traver: Food, Tree Houses & Antiques on Highway 99

Honeymoon Cafe: Healthy Food in Pismo Beach
Central California | Food | Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Stops

Honeymoon Cafe: Healthy Food in Pismo Beach

Old West Cinnamon Rolls in Pismo Beach
Central California | Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Stops | Sweets

Old West Cinnamon Rolls in Pismo Beach

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