Big Sur California Travel

Highway 1 in Big Sur reopens

Historic Highway 1 closure ends as road to Big Sur reopens

The news about the highway's potential reopening began to circulate around Big Sur during the holidays. Caltrans officials let those in the region know that they were making steady progress on Regent's Slide and could have the highway open by the first of the year.

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After 3 years of repairs, Highway 1 through Big Sur fully reopens

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After Years-Long Wait, Highway 1 to Big Sur Reopens

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Big Sur's Highway 1 to reopen

A damaged section of Highway 1 in Big Sur, closed for three years, will reopen Wednesday.

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‘Thrilled': Iconic stretch of California Highway 1 is about to reopen after years of closure

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Highway 1 to fully reopen through Big Sur after three-year closure

The Salinas Californian

Here are some tips for exploring Big Sur on California's Central Coast

Discover top travel tips for exploring Big Sur, California. From planning your route and respecting local wildlife, to safety advice and must-see spots, this guide helps visitors make the most of their Big Sur adventure while preserving its natural beauty.

Travel + Leisure on MSN

I've Taken 20+ Road Trips in California—This Is the One I Keep Coming Back To for the Best Food, Wine, and Scenic Views

This five-day California road trip from Los Angeles to Monterey stops in Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Big Sur, and Carmel-by-the-Sea, passing some of the best wineries, restaurants, and views in the state.

Los Angeles Times

The time is now for a Highway 1 road trip: ‘It’s so rare to experience Big Sur like this’

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Big Sur’s South Coast highway closure creates a rare window of solitude: empty beaches, dramatic cliffs and nearly empty trails for six months. Local businesses remain ...

The Salinas Californian

Landslide-damaged stretch of Big Sur’s Highway 1 to reopen in spring

A section of Highway 1 in Big Sur along the Central Coast is estimated to reopen to traffic by March 2026, Caltrans has announced. Regent's Slide has been closed since February 2024, following a landslide that began 450 feet above the highway. The ...

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Want to Visit Big Sur From the Bay Area? Here's How to Work Around the Highway 1 Closure

Another year, another summer of the same closure on Highway 1 near Big Sur, meaning you still can’t drive all the way from San Francisco to Los Angeles along this iconic stretch of California coast. While Big Sur’s mountainous nature means the area is ...