Road Trips from Irvine, CA
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
43
Shortest
0.2h
With Parks Nearby
31
Under 2 hours
21 total in this range
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
13 total in this range
Salida, CA
6h 49m362.8 mi one way
Prunedale, CA
6h 50m356.6 mi one way
Fresno, CA
4h 55m262.9 mi one way
Atascadero, CA
5h250.6 mi one way
Visalia, CA
4h 20m227.2 mi one way
Long-haul ideas
7 total in this range
Browse by Mood
Salida, CA
6h 49m362.8 mi one way
Prunedale, CA
6h 50m356.6 mi one way
Fresno, CA
4h 55m262.9 mi one way
Atascadero, CA
5h250.6 mi one way
Fresno, CA
4h 55m262.9 mi one way
Atascadero, CA
5h250.6 mi one way
La Quinta, CA
2h 21m117.5 mi one way
Visalia, CA
4h 20m227.2 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Avoid low-desert routes at midday; pick mountain destinations instead.
Fall
Cooler temps and foliage make it the underrated season here.
Winter
Desert driving is at its best — cool days, clear light.
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