THE QUINTESSENTIAL CALIFORNIA ROAD TRIP
This is your vanlife guide to hitting up all the best spots along California’s stunning west coast.
California is revered for good reason. With warm temps year-round, there’s no shortage of options for beaches, camping and everything in between. This itinerary is perfect for those looking to road trip the best of California in the comfort of a VanCraft campervan.
Start your trip from our depot in San Diego and head north. There are plenty of opportunities for sightseeing as you enjoy the drive up the Pacific coast highway.
Make sure to check out Montana del Oro state park, and Morro Bay before making your way to one of our favorite coastal towns in all of California: Big Sur
Book your campsites in advance, especially during summer months. Though it is illegal to camp anywhere along the 101, there are additional free camping spots if you’re willing to drive off the main road.
Climb the steep and winding Nacimiento Rd into the mountains above Big Sur’s coast for some of the best views on the planet. Beware this drive is not for the faint of heart and includes sections of unpaved steep and narrow switchbacks. Thankfully, both our short and long wheelbase campervans are fully capable of making this drive.
Wake up above the clouds and whip up breakfast using our fully stoked kitchen before spending the day exploring all that Big Sur has to offer.
Pit stop in Monterey for a quick refuel before making your way towards Yosemite National Park.
A couple points to keep in mind:
• While campgrounds in Yosemite can sell out months in advance, there are still several first come first serve options.
• If you dont find a campsite, you can always exit the boundary of the national park for free off grid camping.
iOverlander is your best bet for locating these free sites while maps.me will get you where you need to go with offline turn by turn navigation. Just make sure to download both apps, and corresponding maps, before losing cell service.
There are endless adventures to be had within the park, from hiking half dome, rock climbing, to our personal favorite, the Mist trail.
While many of Yosemite's trails are popular due to having a single spectacular destination, the Mist Trail has fabulous views scattered all along it. The scenery is sublime. You can get covered-with-spray close to two of Yosemite's rock-star waterfalls, and the view looking back from the Muir Trail is just as remarkable as the trail up the falls.
If you’re limiting your trip to one week or less , now’s the time to start making your way back. Options include stopping to explore the redwoods in Mariposa Grove, or for something even more off the beaten path, check out the secluded Nelder Grove
Next time you’re looking to soak up all the beauty California has to offer, let VanCraft be your guide.
If youre interested in booking a campervan trip, please visit our website at www.van-craft.com
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