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McWay Falls(Big Sur)

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Address: Highway 1 Julia Pfeiffer State Park Big Sur, Ca. 93920

Mc Way Falls is the most photographed falls in California and is picturesque during sunset. It’s an 80-foot tall waterfall that flows year-round from the McWay Creek located on the coast of Big Sur. It’s one of the tidefalls in California and the only other one is Alamere Falls in Marin. The Cove to the waterfalls is not accessible on foot due to hazardous steep rock on its descent. In 1961, the McWay Falls was designated a park reserve and was donated to the government.

It took us about 3 hours (153 miles) drive from San Francisco to get to McWay Falls via US 101 South, SR 156, and Hwy 1. The drive was very beautiful, scenic, winding, and relaxing once we got to hwy 1 which is also called Pacific Coast Highway (PCH). We arrived at McWay Falls around 10:30 am and found out that Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park parking lot was already full. We were lucky to find an open parking spot along Hwy 1 and saved us $10 for the parking fee. You can either pay $10 to park inside the Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park which has easier access to the McWay Falls trail or park along hwy 1 and walk down towards the trail which is a little bit dangerous or safety issue.

From the Ranger Station or entrance, there was a public restroom on site, and across it was a stair that leads to the Mc Way Falls trail. The wide dirt trail to the McWay Falls is about 0.6 miles (out and back) from the State Park parking lot and it took us about a 15 minutes walk. From the stairs, we passed through a short tunnel beneath highway 1 and made a right turn that led us to the waterfalls viewpoint or overlook. There was also a fenced area that is off-limits to visitors due to safety concerns. (soil erosions)

There were a lot of tourists/people at the viewpoint area and we all took turns for a photo opportunity. The view of the waterfall is mesmerizing with the crystal clear blue-green color of the water overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Be careful and watch your step when in the area for safety. The McWay Falls is a good place to see or a quick stop when you are driving through the Big Sur area.

Tips: When parking on hwy 1 watch out for oncoming cars as you don’t have enough space on the side of the road and try to park your car properly or correct orientation. It’s easy to get side-swiped when getting out of your car or walking on the side of the road. McWay Falls is after Partington Cove if you are coming from the North. The $10 parking fee for Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park is also good for the other parks along Big Sur. Partington Cove is also a good place to visit while in the area.

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Swanton Berry Farm (Davenport, Ca)

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Address: 25 Swanton Drive Davenport, Ca. 95017

Founded in 1983 by Jim Cochran, Swanton Berry Farm became the first certified organic strawberry farm in California. Rented 4 acres of land, bought an old tractor, planted and cultivated 4 acres of strawberries. Swanton Berry Farm also became the first organic farm to sign a contract with the United Farm Workers, AFL-CIO in 1998. They support and take great care of their fruits, produce, and loyal farmworkers. The organic farm is open 7 days a week from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

It took us about an hour drive from Daly City and it’s 56 miles via CA-1 South Cabrillo Highway North. Our drive to the ranch was very scenic and relaxing on Hwy-1 towards Santa Cruz. The Swanton Berry Farm is before Highway 1 Davenport Beach and it’s a good stopover on your way to Santa Cruz, California. It has easy access on and off from the freeway and we parked on a large gravel and dirt parking area. The organic farm ranch also has a porta-potty available for customers located in front of the farmhouse by the parking area. My daughter and wife enjoyed the clean outdoor picnic tables on a grassy area that overlooks the beach across the road.

We were surprised to see a wide variety of organic jams inside the farmhouse such as organic pies, fruit jams, lemonade, merchandise, organic corn, and many more. They also sell drinks such as strawberry lemonade for $5. We bought a slice of blueberry pie for $7, strawberry cheesecake for $7, three jars of their organic jams (strawberry, rhubarb, and Olallieberry for $13 each. There were also fresh strawberries on a basket that sells for $6 each, organic sweet corn 2 for $3, strawberry and tayberry truffles for $3 each, strawberry cheesecake for $7 per slice. The pies were not too sweet but delicious with a good crust that is not too flaky or buttery. There is no seating available inside the farmhouse but has outdoor picnic tables that are ideal for a countryside picnic experience. My daughter loved the fact that the picnic tables were situated near the strawberry field where you pick them yourself. We didn’t get to do the u-pick strawberries experience since it was closed for the season. (off-season). And it’s a self-pay, honor system where you calculate the total costs, place the money inside the cash register, and get your change. We were lucky enough that there was a helpful worker that assisted us with our purchase since there was a long line of customers.

Tips: Try to get there earlier on weekends due to large crowds and wear your masks when going inside the farmhouse. You can also visit the Pie Ranch, Shark Fin Cove, and the small town of Davenport. Pie Ranch also has a variety of freshly baked organic pies that they sell. Don’t forget to stop by at all the beautiful beaches along Highway 1 coast.

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Makai Island Kitchen & Groggery Restaurant (Santa Cruz, Ca.)

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The Makai Island Kitchen & Groggery is a Hawaiian Themed Restaurant with a lively bar & grill for seafood, steaks & pasta in a marine-inspired space with a rotating bar. The Restaurant is often visited by tourists and locals for its Hawaiian theme décor, famous Hawaiian local dish with different seasonings and local ingredients. The Restaurant is about 1 hour and 30 minutes from San Francisco via Hwy-1 South (69 miles). The Makai Restaurant is open 7 days a week from 11 a.m.- 9 p.m.

Our drive to The Makai Island Kitchen & Groggery was a very fun, relaxing, scenic, and winding road. The view of the various beaches (San Gregorio, Davenport, Bonny Doon, Four Mile) along the Hwy-1 coast was well worth the drive. We even passed through a few organic farms, (Pie Ranch, Swanton Berry Farm) small coastal towns (Pescadero, Davenport), Pigeon Point lighthouse, and wet marshlands.

We arrived at the Wharf in Santa Cruz at around 12 noon. We stumbled into this hidden gem restaurant with a Hawaiian theme as we were walking along the wharf. When we entered the restaurant, we were impressed with the Hawaiian theme decors, music, and the revolving tiki bar with the view of the water. We were greeted by our friendly hostess named Eyra and were seated at the outdoor covered tables with a view of the ocean. Our friendly, attentive server named Troy recommended a few items on the menu. I ordered the Huli Huli Chicken for $15, which is a marinated chicken thighs that are “turned” over an open flame to lock in the natural juices, and served with steamed rice and our house-original mac salad. My daughter opted for the Pineapple Spam Fried Rice with prawns for $17. My wife ordered the savory Guava Soy Bistro Steak for $16, a flank steak basted with a house-made guava-soy marinade, and grilled to perfection served with rice and your choice of vegetable. Lastly, for dessert we tried and shared the delicious Banana pudding for $8.

Overall, we enjoyed our fun and relaxing outdoor lunch experience at The Makai Island Kitchen and Groggery. Nothing compares to eating outdoors with Hawaiian background music on a sunny day with good quality food, refreshing Hawaiian cocktail drinks, and an amazing view of the ocean.

Tips: The parking rates at the Santa Cruz Wharf for summer (Mar- Sept) are $1 per 20 minutes or $24 daily max. And for Winter is $1 per hour for the first 4 hours then $2 per hour with a $12 daily max. The Wharf also has a Santa Cruz boat rental place that rents motorized boats, boogie boards, wetsuits, life jackets, fishing gears, frozen baits, and many more.

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Pigeon Point Lighthouse

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Address: 210 Pigeon Point Rd, Pescadero, CA 94060

The Pigeon Point Lighthouse was built in 1872 to prevent ships from crashing into the region. And in 1853, a carrier cargo vessel named “Pigeon” was wrecked after which the lighthouse was named. The Pigeon Point Lighthouse is 116 feet tall, shaped like a tapered cylindrical tower. The lighthouse and its scenic grounds are surrounded by beautiful native plants and relaxing panoramic ocean views. There is also a hostel available onsite situated at the foot of the lighthouse for overnight stays. Downtown Pescadero is about 8 miles away from the Pigeon Point Lighthouse with a few selections of cafes, restaurants, and shops.

It took us about 30-40 minutes (22 miles) to drive from Daly City via CA-1 South/Cabrillo Highway North. My family and I enjoyed our relaxing scenic drive to Pigeon Point Lighthouse via Ca-1. We passed through several beautiful beaches situated along the coast, small coastal towns, local hotels, organic farms, along the way. Pigeon Point lighthouse is after the Bean Hollow Beach in Pescadero which is about 3.5 miles away.

We arrived at the Lighthouse at around 10 a.m. and parked at the free parking area in front which is made up of sand and gravel. There was also a few extra parking outside by the dirt road. We only walked for about 5 minutes to get to the lighthouse from the parking lot. It was a beautiful sunny day and saw a few big waves that crashed loudly onto to the surrounding rocks that protect the Lighthouse. The inside of the lighthouse is not accessible at the moment and the entire lighthouse was surrounded by a fence. We took lots of pictures at the Vista Point and the surrounding area near the lighthouse. There were a few picnic tables near the Vista Point area within the vicinity of the Pigeon Point Lighthouse. There are warning signs for safety to watch out for the cliffs due to erosion. A few people were sitting on a bench and just enjoying the amazing and beautiful view of the ocean with the Lighthouse in the background.

Tips: There is ample free parking available in front of the Lighthouse or you can park outside on a dirt parking area. You can’t go inside the lighthouse but can walk around the outside of the Lighthouse. Public restrooms are available near the parking area. Always bring a jacket or blanket as the weather is unpredictable. There is a Hostel available onsite for rental that is good for stargazing at night or just for an overnight stay.

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Grgich Hill Estate Winery (Napa Valley)

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Address: 1829 St. Helena Highway Rutherford, Ca. 94573

Grgich Hill Winery is located in Rutherford California in the heart of Napa Valley. Grgich Hill Winery was established in 1977 by Miljenko “Mike” Grgich which is a peasant in the communist country of Yugoslavia and came to America who later became a winery owner. It was in 1977 when Mike Grgich and Austin Hill started to build Grgich Hills Cellar. Grgich Hill Winery is natural wine-growing farming without artificial fertilizers, pesticides being used. Their vineyard is also certified organic and biodynamic. They offer wine tasting, winery tours, and seasonal grape stomping experience.

It took us about 1 hour and 30 minutes (70 miles) to drive from San Francisco to Grgich Hill Winery via I-80 East and CA-29 North. We arrived at the winery around 10:30 a.m. to avoid the crowd and get to finish early. The winery is open daily from 10:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. We were greeted by a friendly staff member and were politely directed to the grape stomping area. We paid $20 per person that came with a t-shirt and a grape stomping experience. There were 3 barrels with crushed grapes already prepared for the customers in the stomping area. There was already a group of people waiting in line for their turn. We were instructed to remove our socks/shoes and each one of us hopped inside our respective cur off wine barrel. It was a cold, mushy feeling but we weren’t bothered because we were excited and having fun. They kept on adding a few fresh grapes while we happily stomped and dance on them. After our stomping, we all then stepped out and placed both our feet on the t-shirt with our stained footprints. The staff member immediately hang our shirts to let them dry and informed us that we can walk around their garden or vineyard while waiting for our shirts. The cool thing is that they allowed us to picked the grapes right off the vines for us to taste their wide variety of fresh grapes.

We even took a picture of the unique go-kart that was on display in front of their wine tasting room. After the grape stomping we then proceeded to the tasting room as my wife tasted a few wine samples and my daughter enjoyed the olive oil samples. It was very nice inside the wine tasting room with all the beautiful wine barrels on display while we enjoyed our tasting experience. Overall, we had a great, fun and unique grape stomping experience that we will never forget.

Tips: The grape stomping experience is only available during Sept-October. The grape stomping is not offered this year due to Covid-19 restrictions. The place is also a kid and dog friendly winery. They also have a beautiful area in the back terrace with a gorgeous views of the vineyard.

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Walton Lighthouse (Santa Cruz)

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Address: 680 Atlantic Avenue Santa Cruz, Ca. 95062

The Walton Lighthouse was designed by Mark Mesiti-Miller and opened in 2001. The lighthouse is named in honor of Derek Walton who is the late brother of Charles Walton who made a donation on it’s construction. The Walton lighthouse is 41 feet tall, shaped as a tapered cylindrical tower with a lantern and balcony. It’s weighed 350,000 pounds to withstand a quarter million pounds of wave energy. It’s built to protect the entrance to the Santa Cruz harbor on a man made jetty and situated near the Seabright Beach

It took us about 1 hour and 30 minutes (70 miles) drive from San Francisco via CA-1 South/Cabrillo Highway North. My family and I enjoyed our scenic drive to Santa Cruz via Ca-1. We passed through several beautiful beaches situated along the coast, small coastal towns, organic farms, and a popular lighthouse called Pigeon Point along the way.

We arrived at the Lighthouse at around 2 p.m. and parked at the Harbor parking area for a fee since there was no street parking available. We walked for about 15 minutes to get to the lighthouse from the Harbor parking lot. We had to pass through the Marina and walked all the way to the lighthouse on a dirt pathway but later became cemented upon reaching the lighthouse area. The pathway is surrounded and protected by huge rocks to prevent or break the larger waves. There is a warning signage to watch out for sleeper waves. And there was an entrance or access to the Seabright Beach on our way to the lighthouse. Some people were just sitting on a bench and watching the sea otters, sea lions, harbor seals and birds fish.

There were strong and big waves that crushed loudly onto to the surrounding rocks that protects the Lighthouse. There is also a sign of “Walton Lighthouse” painted on top of the main entrance of the lighthouse. Since the inside of the lighthouse is not accessible, my daughter and wife took pictures outside of the 41 feet tall, white, cylindrical lighthouse. My wife and daughter enjoyed watching all the beautiful and colorful sailboats that passed through in and out from the Harbor/Marina. The Santa Cruz beach boardwalk was also visible from the Walton Lighthouse. It’s unfortunate that we couldn’t stay late until sunset as we have to head back home.

Tips: For safety, be careful of strong or sleeper waves when crossing or walking towards the lighthouse. Either you park on the street on Atlantic Avenue or park by the harbor area for a fee. You can’t go inside the lighthouse but can walk around the outside of the Lighthouse. Public restrooms are available in the Harbor parking area. There’s a popular restaurant in the Harbor parking area called Aldo’s Restaurant and the Crow’s Nest where we ate lunch which is a few minutes drive from the Walton Lighthouse. Some locals told us that the lighthouse is best viewed during sunset or sunrise. Always bring a jacket or blanket as the weather is unpredictable.

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Natural Bridges State Beach (Santa Cruz)

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Address: 2531 West Cliff Drive Santa Cruz, Ca. 95060

Natural Bridges State Beach is famous for its Arch Stone, Monarch Butterflies, tide pools and great sunset views in the Santa Cruz area. The beach has originally have 3 natural arches but the outerpart arch first collapsed sometime in 1905 or 1906. While the inner arch collapsed in 1980 during a storm. As of now, the only arch remaining is the middle arch which may also collapsed due to erosion by wind and waves. The Arch is usually full of birds which they use as a refuge and can also be seen from the Vista Point.

It took us about 1 hour and 30 minutes (68 miles) drive from San Francisco via CA-1 South/Cabrillo Highway North. My family and I enjoyed our scenic drive to Santa Cruz via Ca-1. We passed through beautiful beaches, small coastal towns, organic farms, and a popular lighthouse along the way.

When we arrived at the gate we paid the Ranger $10 for the day use parking fee which is also good for all the other parks in the area. There were a sandy parking area right after the entrance gate but we drove for about 3 minutes to the main parking lot near the Visitor Center. The park or state Beach offers a beautiful beach, public access tide pools and a Monarch Grove where you can see or watch Monarch butterflies on the Eucalyptus Trees.

We only get to visit the beach, Arch Stone, tide pools, and Visitor Center. We didn’t get the chance to visit the Monarch Grove because it was not season yet and there weren’t no butterflies. The butterflies starts arriving in mid October and leave by mid February. But we did enjoyed the beach, picnic area, tide pools and took a lot of pictures with the famous Arch Stone. There were public restrooms available in the main parking lot. We also visited the giftshop which is located inside the Visitor Center and is only open on Friday to Monday from 11am-4pm.

But the best part was watching the beautiful and picturesque sunset with the Arch Stone on the beach. The Ranger also reminded us that they do close the park on sunset. We saw photographers came in to take pictures of the beautiful sunset while the daytime beach goers were leaving. Overall, we enjoyed our memorable experience. Natural Bridges State Beach has something for everyone either by relaxing at the beach, taking pictures of the Arch Stone, watching the Monarch Butterflies, exploring the tide pools, have a picnic or just watching the sunset.

Tips: For safety, try to visit the tide pool when it’s low tide as the waves are strong and unpredictable. There is a Vista Point parking available for 20 minutes only before the entrance gate. Some visitors end up parking outside on the residential area and just walk to the beach to save parking fee. Try to take the West Cliff Drive route going to Santa Cruz beach boardwalk as it is scenic and a few tourist spots to stop along the way. Best time to view the Monarch butterflies is late October and entire month of November.

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Minaret Falls

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Address: Minaret Falls Access Road, Mammoth Lakes, Ca. 93546

We visited Minaret Falls in August and it’s about a 150 feet fall, close to the Devil’s Postpile. And it’s a 1.5 miles one-way moderate uphill hike through the Forest. There is a “Minaret Falls” signage before reaching the Devil’s Postpile. You will cross a bridge over the San Joaquin River with a great view of a meadow and the river. This area is an awesome photo opportunity for everyone. We used a hiking pole that helped us with the uphill trek to the falls. The hike will lead you to pathways that are close to the edge of the mountain with a beautiful view of the Sierras.

We went through a lot of rocks, fallen trees, and bushes as we get closer to the bottom of the falls. We were the only ones at the falls when we arrived which gave us a lot of photo opportunities. But be very careful as some of the rocks are not stable and slippery. We used our hiking poles to stabilized ourselves while going over the rocks. I was taking a selfie shot as I felt the waterfalls suddenly gushed more water behind me so I decided to move away from it as a safety precautionary. (I’m scared cause I don’t know how to swim) LOL. We saw a few hikers along the way on our way back so don’t forget to yield or give way.  Please bring lots of water and sunscreen especially during summer and late in the afternoon. But the waterfalls and the scenery made it all well worth the challenging hike.

Tips: It’s about a 30 minutes drive from the main gate to the trail’s parking area. After paying at the entrance gate, be careful driving to the parking lot as the road is narrow, winding and downhill. You have to yield to the car going uphill as they are closer to the edge. There is also a sign that says that you are entering Bear County so watch out for bears. Please stay hydrated and bring a hiking pole.

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Fort Point National Historic Site (San Francisco)

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Address: Long Ave & Marine Dr, 201 Marine Dr, San Francisco, CA 94129

Opens: Fri-Sun 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. (Admission is free)

Golden Gate was declared by the Military officials as the “key to the whole Pacific coast.” Fort Point served as the main example of the U.S. Army’s most sophisticated coastal fortifications. Fort Point is the only fort built on the West Coast between 1817 and 1867. During that time the nation’s coastal defense system built some 30 forts along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. The design and construction of Fort Point is an example of a system adopted after the war of 1812 to protect major U.S. harbors. The fort has three tiers of casemates (vaulted rooms) housing cannons, a lighthouse, artillery, and hotshots. The seawall is made up of granite stones fitted together and the spaces between them were sealed with strips of lead.

We accidentally looked into Fort Point as we were taking pictures underneath the Golden Gate Bridge. We saw a few people going in and there was a Park Ranger in front of the entrance. Out of our curiosity, we asked the Ranger what is this place called. We then proceeded inside since it’s free to get in and we were surprised by how big the Fort. We explored all 3 floors of the Fort and learned some historical facts. There were a lot of Civil War-era artifacts, uniforms, furniture displayed and preserved inside. My daughter’s favorite was the different shapes and sizes of old canons that you can touch up close and personal. They even have a powder keg room in the basement which is now empty barrels. We explored all the historical corridors, hallways, stairwells which some were dark, cold, and creepy.

The best part of our exploration is when we reached the top floor of the Fort. It was open-air with great views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the city of San Francisco. We even saw a decommissioned lighthouse but the entrance was closed and have no access. We took a lot of great pictures both as a group and selfies with either the Golden Gate Bridge or the City of San Francisco as our background. It was a nice sunny day but a little bit cold and windy weather.

Overall, it’s a unique and cool place to explore, spend a couple of hours with family and loved ones, take great memorable pictures and learn about the history of Fort Point. And there was a scene in the 1958 movie by Alfred Hitchcock called “Vertigo” where Kim Novak jumped into the bay which also showed Fort Point.

Tips: Bring a jacket for the unpredictable weather and bottled water to keep hydrated as there is a lot of walking up the stairs. There are plenty of Park Rangers available to answer all your questions. You can also watch & take pictures of the surfers catch the breaks (waves) created by the bridge. There are lots of parking available but can be busy during the weekends. Try to visit Fort Point early in the morning to beat the local/tourist crowds.

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Pie Ranch (Pescadero)

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Address: 2080 CA-1 Pescadero, Ca. 94060

Established in 2005, a roadside farmstand barn situated on Hwy-1 offers fresh, sustainable, locally farm-grown produce, goods, pies, and preserves. Their mission is to bring health to the food system from seed to table. The profit they generate supports their own non-profit educational farm programs.

It took us about an hour drive from Daly City and it’s 47 miles via CA-1 South Cabrillo Highway. Our drive to the ranch was very scenic and relaxing on Hwy-1 towards Santa Cruz. The Pie Ranch is after Highway 1 Brewing Company and it’s a good stopover on your way to Santa Cruz. It has easy access on and off from the freeway and we parked on a large gravel and sandy parking area. The ranch also has a porta-potty available for customers located on the side of the barn near the parking area. My daughter and wife liked the clean outdoor picnic tables and all the pumpkins situated in front of the Pie Ranch entrance.

We were surprised to see a wide variety of selections inside the barn such as the organic pies, organic produce (tomatoes, potatoes, broccoli, eggs, strawberries, etc). They also sell drinks such as kombucha, sourdough bread, t-shirts, and books. We bought small sizes (about 2-3 servings) of pumpkin cutie pie, pear ginger streusel cutie pie, apple streusel cutie pie, cheesy garlic twists, organic cherry tomatoes, strawberry, olallieberry, and jay berry jams. The price for the small size pie is $8 while the whole pie is $25 and they don’t sell per slice. The small pies were not too sweet, nice crust that is not too flaky or buttery. There is no seating available inside but has outdoor tables that are ideal for a countryside picnic experience. My daughter loved the fact that they have pumpkins situated all over the outdoor picnic area due to the upcoming Halloween event/celebration.

Tips: Try to get there earlier on weekends due to large crowds and they can run out of baked pies. Some customers usually call in their order to reserve their pie orders. Pie Ranch is before Ano Nuevo State Park and Swanton Berry Farm. Swanton also has a variety of freshly baked pies that they sell. Don’t forget to stop by at all the beautiful beaches along Highway 1 coast.

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