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Alameda Park
1400 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 · 805-564-5418
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SANTA BARBARA. Kids are especially enthralled by this downtown park, which boasts plenty of playground equipment and open spaces. Trees punctuate the greenspace, and a gazebo shelters musicians who play when the weather's warm. Picnicking areas and restrooms are available, and the park often hosts large city celebrations and events. Near Alice Keck Park, Alameda occupies two city blocks not far from State Street.
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SANTA BARBARA. Impeccably manicured, this garden offers gorgeous vistas of cultivated beauty. Spreading across more than four acres, the landscape features many varieties of flora, from stately trees to delicate blossoms. Probably its most notable feature, however, is a created pond, home to koi and turtles and bounded by more plantings. Folks love to visit the park and marvel at the landscaped vignettes, and you'll often find visitors trying to catch a bit of ephemeral beauty on film.
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SANTA BARBARA. Not incredibly well-known by tourists, Arroyo Burro goes by another name with locals – Hendry's Beach. Nestled beneath bluffs and about ten minutes from downtown, the beach is beloved by those who don't need more than the intoxicating combination of sand and surf. However, you will find a restaurant, restrooms, a picnicking area, and limited free parking. Come here if you want to surf or frolic in the waves.
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MONTECITO. You won't find much in the way of amenities at this lovely beach, which is a bit ironic considering that it's across the street from the esteemed Four Seasons Biltmore. Nevertheless, the sweep of sand is ideal for lying in the sun, and the ocean proves irresistible to swimmers. Another perk to Butterfly is that it looks west, unlike most of Santa Barbara's south-facing beaches. For that reason, it's one of the area's best for sunset views and walks. Some parking available.
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CARPINTERIA. Applauded by "Dr. Beach" for its beauty and quality, Carpinteria also finds approval with visitors, who love the calm waters that result from a protective reef. Swimming is safe for adults and little ones, and the beach is great for sand play, exploring tide pools, and fishing. Restrooms, picnicking areas, and camping facilities can be found in the vicinity, and marine mammals pass through in winter and spring. The only drawback is that natural deposits of tar sometimes appear in the sands. 12 miles from Santa Barbara.
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SANTA BARBARA. This ten-acre park's landscaped grounds stretch along Cabrillo Boulevard and incorporate both an older footprint and a new addition. Trails accommodate bikers and rollerbladers, a skateboarding park is available, and open spaces take care of other needs. Kids delight in a carousel and playground, and picnic areas pepper the space, along with an entertainment pavilion and restrooms. A pleasant plaza also boasts a stately fountain, and a small, beautifully detailed lake invites folks to be mesmerized for a while. In the vicinity are a visitors center and craftspeople who display and sell their wares.
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East Beach
1400 Cabrillo Blvd, E Cabrillo Blvd and Milpas St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 · 805-564-5418
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SANTA BARBARA. A Santa Barbara leisure-time favorite, this busy beach offers recreational opportunities in spades. A children's playground, rollerblading trails, food vendors, picnic facilities, a bathhouse, showers, and open lawns hint at the amenities, and volleyball courts are prominent, given that the beach is home to various tournaments and is a favorite with aficionados. Swimming and sunbathing are popular as well, and special events are hosted regularly. Near Chase Palm Park and area hotels.
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GOLETA. No matter what you come to the beach for, you're likely to find it here. Walking the beach, swimming in the surf, picknicking on the grassy shore, frolicking on the playground equipment, or even picking up a game of volleyball are all common practices with folks who frequent the beach. Pier fishing also attracts its share of fans, and food vendors can be found nearby. The expansive beach sometimes smells of oil, given local deposits, but it's a small price to pay for great beach-going.
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Leadbetter Beach
Shoreline Dr and Loma Alta Dr, Santa Barbara, CA · 805-564-5418
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SANTA BARBARA. Constantly busy, Leadbetter is a favorite with college kids and young people, who flock to it for surfing, swimming, and tanning. They also enjoy socializing on the beach and picnicking on adjacent grassy expanses. Food vendors, restrooms, and showers make life easier during leisure time, and impressive private boats cruise in and out of the harbor nearby, making quite a spectacle. You're also likely to catch windsurfers and sailboats plying the offshore waters.
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