Road Trips from Dixon, CA
If you're looking to get out of Dixon this weekend, you've got options that lean heavily towards Southern California. Most of these trips are primarily highway, with a few offering some hilly terrain and access to national park areas. You can choose between a shorter, high-drive-score trip to Bakersfield or longer excursions that take around 8 hours, some recommending an overnight stay. Several routes pass near major parklands like the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, making nature accessible on your drive.
Total Routes
8
Shortest
5.6h
With Parks Nearby
8
Weekend trip
Bakersfield, CA
5h 35m297.4 mi one way
The shortest option at 297 miles, this drive is rated a 9 for its highway profile. It's a direct route with no park access mentioned, making it ideal if you prioritize a quick, straightforward journey. It's significantly closer than any of the southern coastal destinations.
Long Beach, CA
7h 54m427.4 mi one way
This 427-mile trip is a solid highway drive to the coast. It features hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes and includes access to parks like Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. It's longer than the Bakersfield option but offers coastal proximity and park access.
Anaheim, CA
7h 57m429.3 mi one way
This 429-mile drive is mainly highway with some hilly terrain. You'll have access to parks such as Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. It's comparable in length to the Long Beach trip but heads slightly further south.
Long-haul ideas
Riverside, CA
8h 31m454.6 mi one way
A longer, 454-mile drive that's mostly highway, this route is recommended for an overnight stay. The terrain is hilly, and it offers access to parks like the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. It's one of the furthest options, with a drive score of 7.
Santa Ana, CA
8h 3m435.5 mi one way
This 435-mile trip is mostly highway and recommended for an overnight stop. The drive includes hilly terrain and proximity to parks like César E. Chávez National Monument. It’s similar in length to other southern destinations but is specifically noted for its overnight potential.
Irvine, CA
8h 12m444 mi one way
At 444 miles, this is a long, primarily highway drive that suggests an overnight stay. The terrain involves hills, and you'll be near parks like Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial. It's one of the longer routes available, offering park access.
San Bernardino, CA
8h 26m456.4 mi one way
This 456-mile drive is mostly highway and recommended for an overnight trip. It features gently rolling terrain and includes nearby park access to areas like Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. It is one of the longest options, with a drive score of 7.
Fontana, CA
8h 18m449 mi one way
A 449-mile trip that's mainly highway, this route is recommended for an overnight stay. Expect hilly terrain and access to parks such as Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. It's one of the longer drives, similar to San Bernardino and Irvine.
Browse by Mood
Bakersfield, CA
5h 35m297.4 mi one way
Long Beach, CA
7h 54m427.4 mi one way
Anaheim, CA
7h 57m429.3 mi one way
Riverside, CA
8h 31m454.6 mi one way
Bakersfield, CA
5h 35m297.4 mi one way
Long Beach, CA
7h 54m427.4 mi one way
Anaheim, CA
7h 57m429.3 mi one way
Riverside, CA
8h 31m454.6 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
The hilly terrain on many routes is accessible, and parks like Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area are open for exploration.
Summer
Highway driving dominates these routes, with some offering hilly terrain and access to national park areas.
Fall
The drive through hilly terrain is pleasant, with parks remaining accessible destinations.
Winter
Most routes are primarily highway; hilly terrain is present, and parks are still accessible.
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