If you're in a hurry to get somewhere, you'll want to drive the 101, but for those wishing to stop and smell the roses—or rather, to see the wildlife—there's nothing that compares to Highway 1's coastal sojourn.
Here's where to pull over and sight some of Northern California's most awesome creatures.
Sea Lions
Sea lions—they're loud and rowdy and we can't help but love them! These pups can nearly always be found at San Francisco's Pier 39, the Santa Cruz Wharf, the Coast Guard Pier in Monterey, and at Sea Lion Point in Point Lobos. What's the difference between a harbor seal and a sea lion? The sea lions are the noisy ones! And unlike harbor seals, sea lions also have ear flaps and are able to stand up on their front flippers—expect a show.
