Knowing How To Drive The Pacific Coast Highway

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One of the most beautiful areas of the country is the California coastline, and even though you might not quite have the money to buy a house that sits along this coastline, you certainly can enjoy the coastline by driving along the Pacific Coast Highway.

The Pacific Coast Highway stretches from just above San Francisco, California to Orange County, California - covering over 650 miles of gorgeous coastline; before you take the drive yourself, however, there are a few specific things you should make sure you know.

First off, you should realize that the car you take will be an important consideration; because of the manner in which the road twists and turns, you are likely to feel less safe in a car that sits high, so if you drive a van or an SUV, you might want to rent a different car for your drive down the Pacific Coast Highway.

The Pacific Coast Highway is also bereft of gas stations and convenience stores for long stretches, so be aware of how much gas you have in your tank, and if you are getting low on gas, fill up when you have a chance - otherwise, you might not get a chance again until it is too late!

When you take your trek along the Pacific Coast Highway, make sure you plan your day accordingly; it will probably not be a great idea for you to decide "on a whim" that you are going to drive this road, as you will want to leave fairly early in the morning, so that you are not driving on this precarious road at night!

Lastly, if you happen to have a queasy stomach, realize that this road is not for you, so make sure you will be able to handle driving on tightly-wound roads, high above steep drop-offs into the ocean!

The Pacific Coast Highway is certainly one of the highway treasures of America - and if you approach the trip in the right manner, it will be an experience you will always remember!