Welcome to new members Olaore and Sarah!

Use this section for: - Route feedback - “Is this doable?” - Weather questions - Kid/pet travel questions How to Ask for Route Help When asking for help, include: - Starting city - Number of days - Time of year - Travel style (fast-paced, scenic, kid-friendly, relaxed, etc.) - Must-see stops (if any) The more details you share, the better the advice you’ll get.

👋 Welcome + How to Use This Community This community is built around real-world road trip experience — scenic routes, smart planning, safety tips, food stops, and flexibility. How it works: - Browse Route Guides for ready-made ideas - Ask questions in Ask the Road Trip Crew - Share experiences in Member Trip Reports - Download planners and checklists in Resources & Downloads There are no dumb questions here. If you’re unsure, ask. 🙋 Introduce Yourself Create a post and share: - Where you’re traveling from - Who you usually road trip with (solo, family, partner, pets, RV, etc.) - Your dream road trip in CA or the Southwest This helps others give better recommendations and builds community faster. 🧭 How to Ask for Route Help When asking for help, include: - Starting city - Number of days - Time of year - Travel style (fast-paced, scenic, kid-friendly, relaxed, etc.) - Must-see stops (if any) The more details you share, the better the advice you’ll get. ⚠️ Road Trip Basics & Safety Overview Before hitting the road: - Check weather and road conditions - Know fuel distances (especially in desert areas) - Carry water, snacks, and offline maps - Prepare for seasonal conditions (heat, snow, wind, flash floods) You’ll find deeper safety posts and checklists in the Safety & Seasonal Tips category. 👉 Next steps: 1. Post your introduction 2. Browse a Route Guide that fits your trip 3. Ask your first question Let’s build better road trips together 🚗🌄

This is a space for people who love exploring California and the Southwest by road — scenic routes, small towns, desert highways, and coastal drives. 👉 Start here: 1. Introduce yourself (where you’re from + dream road trip) 2. Check the Route Guides 3. Ask your first question in Ask the Road Trip Crew No gatekeeping. No dumb questions. Just better trips.

Exciting news for anyone wanting to drive up Highway 1 to Big Sur. After being closed for 3 long years, the stretch of Highway 1 from Cambria and Carmel to Big Sur is finally open after major repairs had to be done. No more 5-6 hour detours! Does the opening of Hwy 1 make you want to drive up to see Big Sur and all of its glory?