Hammond's Beach

Of course everyone knows (and goes to) Butterfly Beach in Montecito. It's great for celebrity sightings and showing off your best bikini. But for a more exclusive Montecito beach experience, head to Hammond's. This stretch of shore is pretty much locals only and is tricky to get to unless you know where to go. First you need to get to Montecito. Then drive toward the ocean on San Ysidro Lane, which becomes Eucalyptus Lane after passing under Highway 101. There's a parking lot at the end there. If you just can't wait, you can park in front of the uber-posh Rosewood Miramar Beach hotel and hit the (de-seaweeded) sands of Miramar Beach. Or take the trail through Hammond's meadow to Hammond's Beach, a true hidden gem.