Backroads of the Central Coast

28 Adventures on California's Central Coast. The marvels of the Central Coast are often hidden from the view of the cursory observer, but the obscure places are the poetry of the landscape, the secretive places that quicken the heart, widen the pupils and raise the level of wonder and curiosity. Besides our stunning natural landscapes, there are few places in the United States where the footprint of history remains so indelibly imprinted on the landscape.Discover Zaca Lake in the San Rafael Mountains where the Chumash camped 8,000 years ago.Ride the wet, rocky road to Big & Little Falls behind Lopez LakeThrow your legs over a trail horse for a journey into the Sespe Wilderness.Motorcycle along the Back Roads from Pismo to Cambria. Visit quaint towns, shop antique malls, wander the dirt roads to farm stores and ocean front cafes.Hike Pinnacles National Monument though dripping caves & volcanic spires moving northward toward San Francisco.Follow the 1772 Padres and 1873 Stage Coach Trail up Cuesta Grade to San Miguel and San Antonio Missions. It s a look into travel in the last two centuries.This book is designed for the outdoor activist as well as the easy rider. It s also rewarding to the arm chair traveler content to learn about the geography and history of the Central Coast from the comfort of a Lazy Boy recliner.1772 Padres and 1873 Stage Coach Trail up Cuesta Grade to San Miguel and San Antonio Missions. It s a look into travel in the last two centuries.This book is designed for the outdoor activist as well as the easy rider. It s also rewarding to the arm chair traveler content to learn about the geography and history of the Central Coast from the comfort of a Lazy Boy recliner.