7 Epic West Coast Road Trips Made Easy with EVgo Fast Charging
Planning your West Coast EV road trip is easier than ever with EVgo's extensive network of fast charging stations. Here's what you need to know before hitting the road.
Essential EVgo App Tips for Road Trips:
- Plan Your Route
- Use the "Find a Charger" feature to locate stations
- Filter by kW level and connector type
- Get turn-by-turn directions via Waze, Apple Maps, or Google Maps
EVgo app charger finder steps
- Check Your Range
- View potential driving range
- See available stations within reach
- Select your specific vehicle model for accuracy
Battery range visualization graphic
- Monitor Charger Availability
- Green indicator: Charger available
- Red indicator: Charger in use
- Real-time status updates
Activity diagram for checking EV charger
- Reserve Your Charger
- Available at select stations
- $3 fee (free for EVgo Plus subscribers)
- 20-minute advance booking window
- Guaranteed availability upon arrival
Phone displaying map with charging locations
Popular Routes from Los Angeles:
Santa Barbara (108 miles)
- 11 EVgo stations en route
- Highlights: Getty Villa, Malibu, Santa Monica
- Perfect for coastal views
EV charging stations in Santa Barbara
Palm Springs (120 miles)
- 9 EVgo stations available
- Attractions: Aerial tram, golf courses, shopping
- Stations in Ontario, San Bernardino, Cabazon
EV charging stations map Palm Springs
Ojai (2.5 hours)
- 8 fast charging stations
- Features: Los Padres National Forest, Friend's Farm
- Famous "pink moment" sunset views
EVgo charging stations locations with map
San Diego (4.5 hours)
- 14 EVgo stations along route
- Attractions: San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum
- Perfect for beach lovers
San Diego EV charging stations map
Las Vegas (5.5 hours)
- 9 stations throughout route
- Featured stop: Baker Station
- World's Tallest Thermometer nearby
EVgo charging stations, Las Vegas map
Popular Routes from San Francisco:
Monterey (3 hours)
- 4 stations near Highway 101
- Attractions: Monterey Aquarium, whale watching
- Perfect day trip destination
EVgo charging station in Monterey
Lake Tahoe (5.5 hours)
- 15 EVgo stations along route
- Year-round activities
- Ideal weekend getaway
Map: EV charging stations in California
With 850+ stations nationwide and comprehensive app features, EVgo ensures a reliable charging network for your West Coast adventures. For entertainment during your journey, check out EVgo's curated Spotify playlists.
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