SoCal Trx PCH Run
6-Day Off-Road & Coastal Adventure: Los Angeles to Oregon 🌊🚙🌲
Embark on an unforgettable 6-day overland adventure from Los Angeles to Portland, traveling along the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) with off-road detours to explore hidden trails, coastal dunes, and forested backcountry routes. This trip features breathtaking scenery, epic off-roading, and iconic landmarks—from Big Sur and the Redwoods to the rugged Oregon coast.
📆 Trip Itinerary
🗓️ Day 1: Los Angeles → Pismo Beach (Off-Road Dunes & Coastal Views)
🏁 Kickoff from LA, heading north on PCH.
🏖️ Oceano Dunes SVRA – Take your rig for a spin on the only driveable beach in California!
🏰 Hearst Castle – Tour William Randolph Hearst’s legendary estate with epic ocean views.
🐘 Elephant Seal Vista Point – Stop by San Simeon to see massive elephant seals sunbathing.
🏕️ Camp or stay in Morro Bay, enjoying a seaside sunset and fresh seafood.
🗓️ Day 2: Pismo Beach → Big Sur → Santa Cruz (Waterfalls, Bridges & Coastal Trails)
🌊 McWay Falls – Witness the 80-ft waterfall that flows into the Pacific at Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.
🏖️ Pfeiffer Beach – Visit the purple sand beach and the famous Keyhole Rock.
🌉 Bixby Bridge – Stop for a must-have photo op at one of the most iconic bridges in the world.
🌿 Point Lobos State Natural Reserve – Explore scenic cliffs, marine life, and hidden coves.
🎡 Santa Cruz Boardwalk – Ride the coasters, grab some garlic fries, and enjoy the classic beach-town vibes.
🏕️ Overnight in Santa Cruz or Half Moon Bay (camping or coastal inn).
🗓️ Day 3: Santa Cruz → San Francisco → Mendocino (City Sights & Coastal Trails)
🌉 Golden Gate Bridge – Drive across this iconic landmark and stop for scenic views at Battery Spencer.
🌲 Muir Woods (Optional) – Walk among the towering redwoods just outside SF.
🌿 Off-Road Trails Near Mendocino – Take a backcountry route through Jackson State Forest for a wooded off-road adventure.
🏖️ Big River Beach – Mendocino Headlands State Park – A peaceful coastal stop where the river meets the ocean.
🏕️ Camp or stay in a cozy Mendocino inn.
🗓️ Day 4: Mendocino → Redwood National Park (Epic Forest Trails & Giant Trees)
🌲 Drive through Avenue of the Giants – Cruise through a scenic byway lined with ancient redwoods.
🚙 Off-Road Trails in Redwood National Park – Take Bald Hills Road for an epic off-road detour into the heart of the Redwoods.
📷 Touristy Must-Do: Drive through a Redwood tree tunnel!
🏕️ Camp among the Redwoods or stay in Crescent City.
🗓️ Day 5: Redwood National Park → Oregon Coast (Beaches & Coastal Overland)
🏖️ Cannon Beach, Oregon – Stop to see Haystack Rock, one of the most famous landmarks on the Oregon Coast.
🌊 Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor – Explore hidden sea caves, rugged cliffs, and secluded beaches.
🌲 Off-Road Trails near Gold Beach – Tackle remote coastal backcountry routes before heading north.
🏕️ Camp along the Oregon Coast or stay in a seaside lodge.
🗓️ Day 6: Oregon Coast → Portland (Final Stretch & Celebration)
🌲 Explore Cape Kiwanda or Pacific City – Take a relaxing morning on the beach or a final off-road dune run.
🏙️ Arrive in Portland – Celebrate the end of an epic overland journey with a group dinner and drinks!
💰 Estimated Trip Costs
Expense
🚙 Trip Details
📍 Route: Pacific Coast Highway + Off-Road Trails
🏕️ Lodging: Mix of camping, hotels, and coastal inns
🚗 Vehicle: 4x4 recommended for off-road sections
📩 DM to Join & Get GPX Files
🔥 Why You Can’t Miss This Trip
✔️ The Best of PCH & Off-Road Adventure 🌊🚙
✔️ Redwoods, Beaches, and Epic Coastal Views 🌲🏖️
✔️ Off-Road Fun & Hidden Trails Along the Way 🏕️🌿
This is the ultimate coastal off-road trip, blending the best of scenic drives, legendary landscapes, and adrenaline-fueled trails.
🚀 Ready to send it? DM to join! 🏁🔥
6-Day Off-Road & Coastal Adventure: Los Angeles to Oregon 🌊🚙🌲
Embark on an unforgettable 6-day overland adventure from Los Angeles to Portland, traveling along the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) with off-road detours to explore hidden trails, coastal dunes, and forested backcountry routes. This trip features breathtaking scenery, epic off-roading, and iconic landmarks—from Big Sur and the Redwoods to the rugged Oregon coast.
📆 Trip Itinerary
🗓️ Day 1: Los Angeles → Pismo Beach (Off-Road Dunes & Coastal Views)
🏁 Kickoff from LA, heading north on PCH.
🏖️ Oceano Dunes SVRA – Take your rig for a spin on the only driveable beach in California!
🏰 Hearst Castle – Tour William Randolph Hearst’s legendary estate with epic ocean views.
🐘 Elephant Seal Vista Point – Stop by San Simeon to see massive elephant seals sunbathing.
🏕️ Camp or stay in Morro Bay, enjoying a seaside sunset and fresh seafood.
🗓️ Day 2: Pismo Beach → Big Sur → Santa Cruz (Waterfalls, Bridges & Coastal Trails)
🌊 McWay Falls – Witness the 80-ft waterfall that flows into the Pacific at Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.
🏖️ Pfeiffer Beach – Visit the purple sand beach and the famous Keyhole Rock.
🌉 Bixby Bridge – Stop for a must-have photo op at one of the most iconic bridges in the world.
🌿 Point Lobos State Natural Reserve – Explore scenic cliffs, marine life, and hidden coves.
🎡 Santa Cruz Boardwalk – Ride the coasters, grab some garlic fries, and enjoy the classic beach-town vibes.
🏕️ Overnight in Santa Cruz or Half Moon Bay (camping or coastal inn).
🗓️ Day 3: Santa Cruz → San Francisco → Mendocino (City Sights & Coastal Trails)
🌉 Golden Gate Bridge – Drive across this iconic landmark and stop for scenic views at Battery Spencer.
🌲 Muir Woods (Optional) – Walk among the towering redwoods just outside SF.
🌿 Off-Road Trails Near Mendocino – Take a backcountry route through Jackson State Forest for a wooded off-road adventure.
🏖️ Big River Beach – Mendocino Headlands State Park – A peaceful coastal stop where the river meets the ocean.
🏕️ Camp or stay in a cozy Mendocino inn.
🗓️ Day 4: Mendocino → Redwood National Park (Epic Forest Trails & Giant Trees)
🌲 Drive through Avenue of the Giants – Cruise through a scenic byway lined with ancient redwoods.
🚙 Off-Road Trails in Redwood National Park – Take Bald Hills Road for an epic off-road detour into the heart of the Redwoods.
📷 Touristy Must-Do: Drive through a Redwood tree tunnel!
🏕️ Camp among the Redwoods or stay in Crescent City.
🗓️ Day 5: Redwood National Park → Oregon Coast (Beaches & Coastal Overland)
🏖️ Cannon Beach, Oregon – Stop to see Haystack Rock, one of the most famous landmarks on the Oregon Coast.
🌊 Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor – Explore hidden sea caves, rugged cliffs, and secluded beaches.
🌲 Off-Road Trails near Gold Beach – Tackle remote coastal backcountry routes before heading north.
🏕️ Camp along the Oregon Coast or stay in a seaside lodge.
🗓️ Day 6: Oregon Coast → Portland (Final Stretch & Celebration)
🌲 Explore Cape Kiwanda or Pacific City – Take a relaxing morning on the beach or a final off-road dune run.
🏙️ Arrive in Portland – Celebrate the end of an epic overland journey with a group dinner and drinks!
💰 Estimated Trip Costs
Expense
🚙 Trip Details
📍 Route: Pacific Coast Highway + Off-Road Trails
🏕️ Lodging: Mix of camping, hotels, and coastal inns
🚗 Vehicle: 4x4 recommended for off-road sections
📩 DM to Join & Get GPX Files
🔥 Why You Can’t Miss This Trip
✔️ The Best of PCH & Off-Road Adventure 🌊🚙
✔️ Redwoods, Beaches, and Epic Coastal Views 🌲🏖️
✔️ Off-Road Fun & Hidden Trails Along the Way 🏕️🌿
This is the ultimate coastal off-road trip, blending the best of scenic drives, legendary landscapes, and adrenaline-fueled trails.
🚀 Ready to send it? DM to join! 🏁🔥
6-Day Off-Road & Coastal Adventure: Los Angeles to Oregon 🌊🚙🌲
Embark on an unforgettable 6-day overland adventure from Los Angeles to Portland, traveling along the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) with off-road detours to explore hidden trails, coastal dunes, and forested backcountry routes. This trip features breathtaking scenery, epic off-roading, and iconic landmarks—from Big Sur and the Redwoods to the rugged Oregon coast.
📆 Trip Itinerary
🗓️ Day 1: Los Angeles → Pismo Beach (Off-Road Dunes & Coastal Views)
🏁 Kickoff from LA, heading north on PCH.
🏖️ Oceano Dunes SVRA – Take your rig for a spin on the only driveable beach in California!
🏰 Hearst Castle – Tour William Randolph Hearst’s legendary estate with epic ocean views.
🐘 Elephant Seal Vista Point – Stop by San Simeon to see massive elephant seals sunbathing.
🏕️ Camp or stay in Morro Bay, enjoying a seaside sunset and fresh seafood.
🗓️ Day 2: Pismo Beach → Big Sur → Santa Cruz (Waterfalls, Bridges & Coastal Trails)
🌊 McWay Falls – Witness the 80-ft waterfall that flows into the Pacific at Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.
🏖️ Pfeiffer Beach – Visit the purple sand beach and the famous Keyhole Rock.
🌉 Bixby Bridge – Stop for a must-have photo op at one of the most iconic bridges in the world.
🌿 Point Lobos State Natural Reserve – Explore scenic cliffs, marine life, and hidden coves.
🎡 Santa Cruz Boardwalk – Ride the coasters, grab some garlic fries, and enjoy the classic beach-town vibes.
🏕️ Overnight in Santa Cruz or Half Moon Bay (camping or coastal inn).
🗓️ Day 3: Santa Cruz → San Francisco → Mendocino (City Sights & Coastal Trails)
🌉 Golden Gate Bridge – Drive across this iconic landmark and stop for scenic views at Battery Spencer.
🌲 Muir Woods (Optional) – Walk among the towering redwoods just outside SF.
🌿 Off-Road Trails Near Mendocino – Take a backcountry route through Jackson State Forest for a wooded off-road adventure.
🏖️ Big River Beach – Mendocino Headlands State Park – A peaceful coastal stop where the river meets the ocean.
🏕️ Camp or stay in a cozy Mendocino inn.
🗓️ Day 4: Mendocino → Redwood National Park (Epic Forest Trails & Giant Trees)
🌲 Drive through Avenue of the Giants – Cruise through a scenic byway lined with ancient redwoods.
🚙 Off-Road Trails in Redwood National Park – Take Bald Hills Road for an epic off-road detour into the heart of the Redwoods.
📷 Touristy Must-Do: Drive through a Redwood tree tunnel!
🏕️ Camp among the Redwoods or stay in Crescent City.
🗓️ Day 5: Redwood National Park → Oregon Coast (Beaches & Coastal Overland)
🏖️ Cannon Beach, Oregon – Stop to see Haystack Rock, one of the most famous landmarks on the Oregon Coast.
🌊 Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor – Explore hidden sea caves, rugged cliffs, and secluded beaches.
🌲 Off-Road Trails near Gold Beach – Tackle remote coastal backcountry routes before heading north.
🏕️ Camp along the Oregon Coast or stay in a seaside lodge.
🗓️ Day 6: Oregon Coast → Portland (Final Stretch & Celebration)
🌲 Explore Cape Kiwanda or Pacific City – Take a relaxing morning on the beach or a final off-road dune run.
🏙️ Arrive in Portland – Celebrate the end of an epic overland journey with a group dinner and drinks!
💰 Estimated Trip Costs
Expense
🚙 Trip Details
📍 Route: Pacific Coast Highway + Off-Road Trails
🏕️ Lodging: Mix of camping, hotels, and coastal inns
🚗 Vehicle: 4x4 recommended for off-road sections
📩 DM to Join & Get GPX Files
🔥 Why You Can’t Miss This Trip
✔️ The Best of PCH & Off-Road Adventure 🌊🚙
✔️ Redwoods, Beaches, and Epic Coastal Views 🌲🏖️
✔️ Off-Road Fun & Hidden Trails Along the Way 🏕️🌿
This is the ultimate coastal off-road trip, blending the best of scenic drives, legendary landscapes, and adrenaline-fueled trails.
🚀 Ready to send it? DM to join! 🏁🔥