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Travel fatigue, fog, & famous stops on the California Coast (We're second guessing our plans!)

Ep. 403 - We're second-guessing our travel plans! Driving the Pacific Coast Highway along the California Coast from Point Arena to Sausalito sounded perfect — lighthouses, rugged cliffs, famous landmarks, and film locations. But throw in thick fog, ridiculously windy roads, work, and tight schedules and the trip quickly became more intense than we expected and a little disappointing. In this episode we show the highlights and the hard parts of California coast van life — the breathtaking scenery and the behind-the-scenes reality of long days, foggy viewpoints, the challenge to balance work and travel —and ultimately some travel fatigue that began to set in. 📍 LOCATIONS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: Point Arena Lighthouse: stands dramatically on the Mendocino Coast, marking the westernmost point in the state and guiding ships past this rugged shoreline since the early 20th century. The current tower was completed in 1908 after an earthquake damaged the original structure. Its striking height and location make it one of the most prominent lighthouses on the Pacific coast. Point Arena–Stornetta Public Lands & Sea Lion Rocks: a vast area that showcases some of the most dramatic coastal scenery in this section of coast. Sweeping bluffs, wildflower-dotted headlands, offshore sea stacks, and crashing surf define this protected stetch of shoreline, where coastal trails wind along the cliff edges with nonstop ocean views. Just offshore, the rugged offshore formations, Sea Lion Rocks, are often home to noisy gatherings of sea lions and seabirds resting between waves. This windswept area offers a striking mix of wildlife watching, geology, and wide-open coastal vistas that feel both remote and wonderfully untamed. Goat Rock Beach (Jenner, CA): a striking stretch of coastline near Jenner in Sonoma County, California, where the Russian River meets the Pacific Ocean amid dramatic rock formations and broad sandy shores. Named for a prominent offshore sea stack, the beach is known for its sweeping views, rolling surf, and frequent wildlife sightings, including harbor seals resting on nearby sandbars. Goat Rock Beach has been used as a film location, most notably in the 1985 cult classic The Goonies. Bodega Bay, CA Point Reyes National Seashore: A wild and windswept peninsula known for its dramatic coastal cliffs, open grasslands, dense forests, and abundant wildlife. Shaped by powerful ocean forces and the nearby San Andreas Fault, it offers a striking blend of natural beauty and geologic intrigue that makes it one of the most distinctive coastal landscapes in the state. Highlights here include the Cypress Tree Tunnel and Point Reyes Lighthouse. Travel fatigue, fog, & famous stops on the California Coast (We're second guessing our plans!) — Van life along the PCH from Point Arena to Sausalito FILM DATES: Oct 4-5, 2025 ☑️ SUBSCRIBE TO FOLLOW ALONG ON OUR VAN LIFE ADVENTURES ► https://bit.ly/2XvSth7 Instagram:   / steveandaudra   Facebook:   / steveandaudra   ☑️ SUPPORT OUR CHANNEL ► Help put gas in our tank and get a few extra perks including our undying love and devotion! 🙂 https://venmo.com/steveandaudra   / steveandaudra   ☑️ SHOP OUR AMAZON STORE ► https://www.amazon.com/shop/steveaudra Use this link to learn about our favorite products or support our channel when you shop on Amazon! (As Amazon Affiliates we get a tiny percentage of every qualifying purchase you make.) ☑️ SAVE 5% off purchases for your van or RV with coupon code: BMXJYUJ ► https://www.recpro.com/?referral=BMXJYUJ ☑️ SAVE MONEY ON GAS with GetUpSide! ► https://upside.app.link/3UJK2 - Get an extra 15¢/gal bonus the first time you make a purchase 👉 ABOUT US: We're Steve and Audra, a van life couple from South Florida who share a passion for cheap travel, nature, wildlife, DIY projects, and adventure! After about 2.5 years, we finished converting our 2019 Ford Transit high roof cargo van into a tiny home on wheels. We've been sharing our experience as we travel the country on a low budget with our cat Lady Gray Gray Gillespie Pinkerton. We invite you to follow along on our journey! ❌ JOIN US IN THE FIGHT AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING! We've committed to donating at least 10% off our channel proceeds to Destiny Rescue to fight trafficking. Join us in the fight: destinyrescue.org MUSIC & SOUND EFFECTS: Boing 2 by magnuswaker -- https://freesound.org/s/540790/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 Wooshs 01.wav by toyoto -- https://freesound.org/s/93757/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Light wooshes by florianreichelt -- https://freesound.org/s/447806/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 Bike, Bell Ding, Single, 01-01.wav by InspectorJ -- https://freesound.org/s/484344/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Tabletop clock ticking, speed ramp down (followup) by ycbcr -- https://freesound.org/s/556991/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 ------ #vanlife #vanlifetravel #cheaptravel