Influencers at iconic California photo-op force drastic measures as travel season kicks off
Monterey County supervisors are considering a yearlong parking ban at Bixby Bridge due to safety concerns from increased tourist traffic. The bridge has become a hotspot for influencers and tourists, leading to dangerous driving conditions and traffic jams. Officials are working on enforcement and legal issues before implementing the ban.
- ▪The proposal aims to ban parking near Bixby Bridge for a full year to address safety issues.
- ▪Tourist behavior has led to dangerous traffic situations, with incidents of drivers stopping in the road for photos.
- ▪Visitation has surged significantly since the reopening of Highway 1, exacerbating the situation.
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Metro Influencers at iconic California photo-op force drastic measures as travel season kicks off By Pierce Sharpe Published May 22, 2026, 9:30 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google Tourists chasing the perfect shot of one of California’s most famous bridges could soon find themselves out of luck. Monterey County supervisors are weighing a sweeping proposal to ban parking for a full year at the legendary Bixby Bridge after years of influencer-fueled chaos turned the scenic Highway 1 landmark into what locals say is a dangerous free-for-all. The board voted Tuesday to have staff explore a temporary yearlong ban on parking on or near the bridge — a hotspot for selfie seekers, photographers and tourists who clog the narrow coastal highway.
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