It’s about the journeyandthe destination.
With that in mind, read on for a few of our favorite road trips from Los Angeles.
But don’t stop there.
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How to Get There:From downtown Los Angeles, hop on I-10 East to CA-62 East.
But don’t let the journey pass you by.
How to Get There:Take 1-10 East until you see the twinkling Vegas lights come into view.
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But for a truly famed getaway, drive north from Los Angeles to Big Sur.
The coastal drive is famous for its clifftop views.
How to Get There:Hop on US-101 North to CA-1 North (a.k.a.
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Highway 1) and follow the ocean to Big Sur.
It should take about six hours to get from Downtown Los Angeles to Big Sur.
How to Get There:Take US-101 South to I-5 South all the way over the border.
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How to Get There:Take I-5 North to CA-12 West and CA-29 North until you hit your destination.
How to Get There:Take I-10 East to I-17 North.
The national park’s awe-inspiring views are the stuff of legend and its hiking trails are second to none.
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This route allows travelers to traverse the park in their vehicle, making it accessible to more visitors.
How to Get There:It’s essentially a straight shot on I-15 North.
In the spring, the wildflowers bloom and the bucolic scenery comes to life.
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However, the winter months are when this place really shines, thanks to itsrenowned ski resort.
How to Get There:Take US-101 North to I-5 North, and follow that to CA-14 North.
Then, hop onUS-395 Northuntil you reach Mammoth.
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Because life and travel should also be about the journey, not just the destination.
How to Get There:Take CA-14 North and US-395 North to US-50 West in South Lake Tahoe.
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