12 Scenic Stops For Your End-of-Summer California Road Trip

Ojai isn't directly on the coast, but it's easy enough to visit if you're looking for some R&R. The outdoor bookstore Bart's Books is worth a visit in itself (just don't ask them what they do with the books when it rains), but the town also has great hiking and hot springs to rest in afterward. Plus, with views like this, Ojai is the perfect place to unwind after some time on the road.