Secluded scenic cove offering rugged beach landscape and tranquil waters near UCSB, ideal for quiet nature escapes and ocean views.
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Cold Spring Trailhead
Cold Spring Trailhead
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Montecito
4.7
Scenic hiking area in Montecito featuring loop and out-and-back trails, creek crossings, and waterfalls with stunning views.
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Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden
Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden
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Santa Barbara
4.8
Lush garden featuring diverse trees, koi ponds, butterfly garden, and picnic area within Santa Barbara's serene Upper East neighborhood.
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Butterfly Beach
Butterfly Beach
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Montecito
4.7
A scenic coastal retreat with soft sands and open space, ideal for long walks, beach volleyball, and wildlife spotting.
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Los Baños del Mar Pool
Los Baños del Mar Pool
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Santa Barbara
4.4
A spacious 50m outdoor lap pool with stunning harbor and palm tree views, ideal for fitness and community swimming in Santa Barbara.
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North Campus Open Space
North Campus Open Space
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Goleta
4.7
Restored natural wetlands and hiking area with diverse trails, coastal views, and abundant native plants and wildlife in Goleta, CA.
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Miramar Beach Cove
Miramar Beach Cove
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Montecito
None
A scenic coastal spot offering tranquil beach views and natural shoreline beauty in Montecito, CA.
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Sands Beach
Sands Beach
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Isla Vista
4.6
A scenic public beach in Isla Vista known for tide pools, snowy plover habitat, sunset views, and long coastal walks.
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Arroyo Burro
Arroyo Burro
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Santa Barbara
4.7
A clean, calm, sunny river beach with scenic views and peaceful surroundings in Santa Barbara.
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Hope Ranch Public Beach
Hope Ranch Public Beach
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Eastern Goleta Valley
None
Coastal beach offering scenic views and open access for outdoor recreation in Eastern Goleta Valley.
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The Stow House
The Stow House
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Goleta
4.7
A historical ranch and beautiful arboretum featuring a peaceful lake, picnic areas, trails, and weekend tours in Goleta.
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More Mesa Beach Cove
More Mesa Beach Cove
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Goleta Valley
None
A scenic coastal spot featuring natural beach cove views, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.
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Patterson Open Space
Patterson Open Space
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Santa Barbara
4.2
Spacious no-leash dog park in Santa Barbara with open grassy fields, shade, and peaceful creekside paths surrounded by tall trees.
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Stearns Wharf
Stearns Wharf
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Santa Barbara
None
Historic pier building offering iconic waterfront views in Santa Barbara. A gateway spot for coastal strolls and marine sights.
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Jesusita Trail North
Jesusita Trail North
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Santa Barbara
None
Scenic hiking area with forested trails and panoramic views, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts seeking nature immersion in Santa Barbara.
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Mission Rose Garden
Mission Rose Garden
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Santa Barbara
4.8
Fragrant rose gardens with scenic views of the Old Mission and mountains, perfect for picnics and relaxing strolls.
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Lake Los Carneros Park
Lake Los Carneros Park
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Goleta
4.7
Serene Goleta park featuring peaceful lake views, scenic trails, bird watching, and picnic areas suitable for family and dog-friendly outings.
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Mesa Lane Steps
Mesa Lane Steps
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Santa Barbara
4.8
A scenic beach access with roughly 250 steps leading down to a secluded sandy cove surrounded by cliffs, perfect for exercise and ocean views.
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Camino Corto Open Space
Camino Corto Open Space
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Isla Vista
None
A peaceful open space in Isla Vista offering natural landscapes ideal for walking and enjoying serene outdoors in a coastal California community.
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Univ Circle Open Space
Univ Circle Open Space
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Santa Barbara
4.7
Spacious, shaded park in Santa Barbara featuring playgrounds, picnic tables, and tennis courts. Welcomes dogs and offers wheelchair access.
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Stow Canyon Open Space
Stow Canyon Open Space
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Goleta
None
Expansive natural space in Goleta offering scenic trails through coastal canyon landscapes. Popular for hiking and wildlife viewing.
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Shoreline Park Outlook
Shoreline Park Outlook
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Santa Barbara
4.9
An expansive green outlook in Santa Barbara’s East Mesa offering peaceful walking paths and panoramic views of the ocean and Channel Islands.
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One Thousand Steps
One Thousand Steps
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Santa Barbara
4.8
A stunning Santa Barbara beach reachable by about 150 steps, popular for its rocky shore, dog-friendly access, and tranquil coastal views.
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Ellwood Mesa Coastal Trail
Ellwood Mesa Coastal Trail
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Goleta
4.8
Coastal trail in Goleta featuring eucalyptus groves, bluffs, and ocean views, popular for hiking, birdwatching, and dog walking.
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San Ysidro Canyon
San Ysidro Canyon
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Montecito
5
Rugged ravine with scenic trails offering stunning natural views and outdoor adventure in Montecito's valleys.
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Wiman Trailhead
Wiman Trailhead
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Montecito
5
Scenic Montecito trailhead offering moderate hikes with creek views and access to a wider trail network, open 24/7 for outdoor enthusiasts.
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Kellogg Open Space
Kellogg Open Space
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Santa Barbara
None
Kellogg Open Space offers natural open landscapes ideal for hiking and outdoor exploration in Santa Barbara.
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Shoreline Park - Playground
Shoreline Park - Playground
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Santa Barbara
4.8
Scenic playground within Shoreline Park, renowned for ocean breezes, picnic spots, and beach access in Santa Barbara.
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Hendry's Beach Cove
Hendry's Beach Cove
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Santa Barbara
None
A serene coastal spot featuring picturesque ocean views and sandy shores, perfect for scenic walks and nature observation.
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Loon Point Beach
Loon Point Beach
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Carpinteria
4.7
A scenic, dog-friendly beach in Carpinteria with clean sand, cliffs, and a five-minute trail from the free parking lot, ideal for swimming and strolling.
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Arroyo Burro Open Space
Arroyo Burro Open Space
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Santa Barbara
4.6
Brushy open space in Santa Barbara featuring trails, creekside areas, and dog-friendly zones for hiking and relaxing walks.
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Ennisbrook Open Space
Ennisbrook Open Space
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Santa Barbara
4.6
Peaceful open space in Santa Barbara offering easy hiking and walking trails along creeks with natural rock bridges and dog-friendly paths.
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East Beach
East Beach
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Santa Barbara
4.5
Long sandy beach lined with palms, known for spectacular sunsets and volleyball courts, lifeguarded in summer.
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Calle Barquero Open Space
Calle Barquero Open Space
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Santa Barbara
4.2
Quiet neighborhood park with large play structures, grassy open space, picnic tables, and a water fountain in Santa Barbara.
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Winchester II Open Space
Winchester II Open Space
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Goleta
4.0
Open natural space in Goleta featuring playgrounds, picnic tables, and dog-friendly areas amid well-maintained grounds.
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Shoreline Park
Shoreline Park
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Santa Barbara
4.8
Park overlooking the water featuring playgrounds, grassy spaces, walking paths, and beach access in Santa Barbara.
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Ellwood Mesa Open Space & Sperling Preserve
Ellwood Mesa Open Space & Sperling Preserve
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Goleta
4.8
A coastal preserve in Goleta with flat loop trails, eucalyptus forests, and scenic ocean bluffs ideal for hiking, birdwatching, and dog walking.
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Hot Springs Canyon Trailhead
Hot Springs Canyon Trailhead
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Montecito
4.5
Trailhead for a shaded, ascending hike to natural hot springs with warm pools of varying temperatures, located in Montecito, CA.
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Lassen Open Space
Lassen Open Space
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Goleta
4.5
Open natural space in Goleta featuring quiet trails and a nearby bike path, known for dog-friendly spots along a peaceful creek.
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Summerland Beach
Summerland Beach
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Summerland
4.6
Beach access with sandy and rocky shore, offering playground, picnic areas, and dog-friendly zones in Summerland, CA.
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Douglas Family Preserve
Douglas Family Preserve
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Santa Barbara
5
Open natural preserve near Santa Barbara offering scenic trails and beach access framed by coastal hills and sunshine.
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Jesusita Trailhead
Jesusita Trailhead
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Santa Barbara
4.7
Shaded, oak-covered hiking trail in Santa Barbara offering gradual climbs, creek access, and beautiful views along a popular out-and-back path.
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Palermo Open Space
Palermo Open Space
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Santa Barbara
None
Palermo Open Space features natural landscapes ideal for hiking and wildlife viewing, offering tranquil outdoor recreation in Santa Barbara’s Hidden Valley.
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Campus Point Beach
Campus Point Beach
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Santa Barbara
4.8
A scenic beach with tide pools, ocean views, and surf access beside the University of California Santa Barbara.
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Goleta Beach Park
Goleta Beach Park
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Goleta
4.5
Public beach with paved bike trails, picnic areas, and a 1,500-ft pier for walking and fishing.
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Lotusland
Lotusland
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Montecito
4.7
37-acre botanical garden showcasing over 3,000 rare and diverse plants, including cycads, cacti, and euphorbias in Montecito.
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Santa Barbara Chromatic Gate
Santa Barbara Chromatic Gate
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Santa Barbara
4.7
A vibrant chromatic gate by Cabrillo Ball Park in Santa Barbara, perfect for quick photo stops and beachside strolls.
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Rancho La Patera & Stow House c.1873
Rancho La Patera & Stow House c.1873
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Goleta
4.8
Historic ranch and museum with peaceful grounds featuring lawn areas, picnic spots, and outdoor concerts in Goleta, CA.
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More Mesa Beach
More Mesa Beach
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Santa Barbara
4.6
Cliffside beach near Santa Barbara offering a scenic walk, runs, and a clothing-optional area with ocean views and natural terrain.
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Rattlesnake Canyon Trailhead
Rattlesnake Canyon Trailhead
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Santa Barbara
4.7
Shady, creekside hiking trail in Santa Barbara offering moderate climbs, boulder scrambling, and family-friendly paths alongside water pools.
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Chase Palm Park
Chase Palm Park
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Santa Barbara
4.6
Waterfront park lined with tall palm trees featuring walking/biking paths and lounging lawns for outdoor enjoyment.
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Los Carneros Park
Los Carneros Park
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Goleta
None
A serene park offering open green spaces and quiet spots for relaxation and outdoor activities in Goleta, California.
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Mesa Lane Beach
Mesa Lane Beach
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Santa Barbara
4.7
Natural coastal beach with rocky shoreline, perfect for quiet walks and ocean views, famous for a long stair descent and surfing spots.
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Winchester I Open Space
Winchester I Open Space
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Goleta
5
Spacious hillside park in Goleta offering large grassy areas ideal for dogs and kids with scenic trails and open access all day.
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Goleta Monarch Butterfly Grove at Ellwood Mesa
Goleta Monarch Butterfly Grove at Ellwood Mesa
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Goleta
4.6
Protected eucalyptus grove known for Monarch butterflies on Goleta’s coastal bluffs, offering peaceful trails and ocean views in a serene natural setting.
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Thunderbird Open Space
Thunderbird Open Space
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Goleta
3.8
Expansive grassy open space in Goleta with scattered trees for shade, ideal for dog walking, sports, and neighborhood relaxation.
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Tabano Hollow Open Space
Tabano Hollow Open Space
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Santa Barbara
4.4
Sprawling dog-friendly open space with off-leash hours, shaded areas, and grassy stretches for dogs to run freely near Santa Barbara.
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San Antonio Creek Trailhead
San Antonio Creek Trailhead
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Santa Barbara
4.8
Shaded, peaceful hiking trail with picnic areas along San Antonio Creek in Santa Barbara, offering river views and dog-friendly paths.
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Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
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Santa Barbara
4.7
Museum with diverse exhibits including art, regional history, a planetarium, and a butterfly garden in Santa Barbara.
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West Beach
West Beach
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Santa Barbara
4.8
Wide sandy beach with kayak and SUP rentals, anchored by Stearns Wharf’s shops and dining in Santa Barbara.
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Lake Los Carneros
Lake Los Carneros
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Goleta
4.7
A tranquil lake in Goleta known for scenic walking trails, abundant wildlife, and peaceful natural surroundings.
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More Mesa Dr
More Mesa Dr
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Goleta
None
A scenic coastal space in Eastern Goleta Valley offering expansive sea views and natural open landscape typical of California's coast.
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Leadbetter Beach
Leadbetter Beach
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Santa Barbara
4.6
City beach with soft white sand, grassy picnic lawns, and well-maintained showers and restrooms along Santa Barbara's waterfront.
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Andree Clark Bird Refuge
Andree Clark Bird Refuge
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Santa Barbara
4.6
Saltwater marsh with a scenic walking path, birdwatching platforms, and diverse waterfowl habitat near Santa Barbara’s East Beach.
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Greek Park
Greek Park
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Isla Vista
4.0
Small outdoor park in Isla Vista featuring basketball and volleyball courts, sand areas, and open spaces for recreation.
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Girsh Park
Girsh Park
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Goleta
4.5
Neighborhood park in Goleta with a playground, picnic areas, sports fields, and basketball courts for active outdoor fun.
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Santa Barbara County Courthouse Gardens
Santa Barbara County Courthouse Gardens
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Santa Barbara
4.8
Historic Spanish-style courthouse gardens featuring vibrant tile work, murals, and panoramic city views, ideal for picnics and photography.
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San Ysidro Trailhead
San Ysidro Trailhead
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Santa Barbara
4.6
Rocky trailhead for hiking with river crossings and waterfalls, featuring ocean views and wildlife in Santa Barbara’s scenic foothills.
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Depressions Beach
Depressions Beach
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Santa Barbara
4.9
Secluded beach near Santa Barbara, known for its peaceful atmosphere and natural coastline with occasional students from nearby campus.
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Goleta Slough Ecological Reserve
Goleta Slough Ecological Reserve
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Santa Barbara
4.7
Expansive coastal wetlands in Santa Barbara offering diverse trails and rich birdlife, great for hiking, wildlife viewing, and dog walking.
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Arroyo Burro Beach County Park
Arroyo Burro Beach County Park
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Santa Barbara
4.7
Oceanfront beach with seasonal lifeguards and grassy picnic areas welcoming off-leash dogs in Santa Barbara.
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Via Regina Open Space
Via Regina Open Space
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Santa Barbara
None
Natural open space in Santa Barbara featuring scenic outdoor areas ideal for casual visits and nature appreciation.
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MacKenzie Park Dog Park
MacKenzie Park Dog Park
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Santa Barbara
4.6
Fenced dog park with separate areas for big and small dogs, wood chip surface, benches, and water fountains in Santa Barbara.
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Window to the Sea Park
Window to the Sea Park
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Goleta
4.7
Small coastal park in Goleta with ocean views, swings, and a peaceful spot to relax by the sea any time of day.
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Wells-Elings Marsh Trail
Wells-Elings Marsh Trail
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Goleta
5
Coastal marsh trail in Goleta offering easy, flat loop hikes with abundant wildlife viewing including birds and small animals.
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Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
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Santa Barbara
4.6
Enchanting 78-acre garden with 5.5 miles of trails, a redwood grove, and authentic Japanese tea garden in Santa Barbara, CA.
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Hale Park
Hale Park
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Santa Barbara
4.5
Hale Park features eucalyptus groves and oak woodlands with short trails and open grassy areas for off-leash dogs in Santa Barbara’s Eucalyptus Hill neighborhood.
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Armitos Park and Community Gardens
Armitos Park and Community Gardens
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Goleta
4.4
Spacious park in Goleta with playgrounds featuring climbing structures and swings, plus community garden plots and shaded picnic areas.
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El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park
El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park
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Santa Barbara
4.5
Historic site with original 1782 adobe fortress buildings showcasing Santa Barbara's early Spanish heritage downtown.
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Tarragona Open Space
Tarragona Open Space
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Goleta
4.6
A natural, grassy open space in Goleta featuring walking paths, scenic oaks, and dog-friendly areas with benches and trash facilities.
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Leadbetter Beach Cove
Leadbetter Beach Cove
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Santa Barbara
None
A scenic coastal spot showcasing Santa Barbara's iconic shoreline, ideal for beach strolls and ocean views.
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Bohnett Park
Bohnett Park
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Santa Barbara
4.4
A sizeable urban park with a creek, playground, basketball courts, picnic areas, and open grassy spaces for gatherings in Santa Barbara.
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Mission Historical Park
Mission Historical Park
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Santa Barbara
4.7
Peaceful park featuring historic stone aqueducts, open lawns, and scenic views near Santa Barbara's Old Mission.
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Laurel Canyon Park
Laurel Canyon Park
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Santa Barbara
4.3
A quiet foothill park featuring old-growth trees and a scenic hilltop bench, ideal for peaceful hikes and nature observation in Santa Barbara.
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Spencer Adams Park
Spencer Adams Park
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Santa Barbara
None
Urban green space in Santa Barbara Downtown offering a peaceful retreat with open lawns and accessible pathways.
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Padaro Beach
Padaro Beach
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Carpinteria
5
A serene beach park in Carpinteria featuring ocean views and sandy shores ideal for family-friendly outings and peaceful day trips.
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Santa Barbara Point
Santa Barbara Point
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Santa Barbara
4.7
Peninsula spot with sweeping ocean views, scenic walking paths, and benches for peaceful rest by Santa Barbara’s coast.
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Miramar Beach Bar
Miramar Beach Bar
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Montecito
4.5
Upscale beach bar with ocean views offers great cocktails and beer in a casual yet trendy setting with outdoor seating and attentive service.
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Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Inn
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Santa Barbara
4.5
Polished, ocean-view hotel with refined Italian dining, a heated pool, and easy beach access in Santa Barbara's East Beach area.
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Sands Beach Cove
Cold Spring Trailhead
Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden
Butterfly Beach
Los Baños del Mar Pool
North Campus Open Space
Sands Beach
Arroyo Burro
The Stow House
Patterson Open Space
Stearns Wharf
Jesusita Trail North
Mission Rose Garden
Lake Los Carneros Park
Mesa Lane Steps
Camino Corto Open Space
Univ Circle Open Space
Stow Canyon Open Space
Shoreline Park Outlook
One Thousand Steps
Ellwood Mesa Coastal Trail
San Ysidro Canyon
Wiman Trailhead
Kellogg Open Space
Shoreline Park - Playground
Loon Point Beach
Arroyo Burro Open Space
Ennisbrook Open Space
East Beach
Calle Barquero Open Space
Winchester II Open Space
Shoreline Park
Ellwood Mesa Open Space & Sperling Preserve
Hot Springs Canyon Trailhead
Lassen Open Space
Summerland Beach
Douglas Family Preserve
Jesusita Trailhead
Palermo Open Space
Campus Point Beach
Goleta Beach Park
Lotusland
Santa Barbara Chromatic Gate
Rancho La Patera & Stow House c.1873
More Mesa Beach
Rattlesnake Canyon Trailhead
Chase Palm Park
Los Carneros Park
Mesa Lane Beach
Winchester I Open Space
Goleta Monarch Butterfly Grove at Ellwood Mesa
Thunderbird Open Space
Tabano Hollow Open Space
San Antonio Creek Trailhead
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
West Beach
Lake Los Carneros
More Mesa Dr
Leadbetter Beach
Andree Clark Bird Refuge
Greek Park
Girsh Park
Santa Barbara County Courthouse Gardens
San Ysidro Trailhead
Depressions Beach
Goleta Slough Ecological Reserve
Arroyo Burro Beach County Park
Via Regina Open Space
MacKenzie Park Dog Park
Window to the Sea Park
Wells-Elings Marsh Trail
Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
Hale Park
Armitos Park and Community Gardens
El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park
Tarragona Open Space
Bohnett Park
Mission Historical Park
Laurel Canyon Park
Spencer Adams Park
Padaro Beach
Santa Barbara Point
Miramar Beach Bar
Santa Barbara Inn
