California Coastal Trail

This Is the Best Hiking City in the U.S.

"An extensive seaside corridor offering plentiful coastal hiking opportunities and flexible distances; appreciated for uninterrupted coastal panoramas and for accommodating both short excursions and longer seaside treks." - Opheli Garcia Lawler Opheli Garcia Lawler Opheli Garcia Lawler is a journalist with a decade of experience, half of which has been dedicated to covering the way we travel. From interviewing former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to digging into Amtrak customer complaint data, Opheli has developed a deep well of knowledge about what shapes our travel experiences.  Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines