Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
El Capitán State Beach ( MAP GOOGLE MAP ; www.parks.ca.gov ; El Capitan State Beach Rd, Go-
leta; per car $10; 8am-sunset; ) & Refugio State Beach ( GOOGLE MAP ;
www.parks.ca.gov ; 10 Refugio Beach Rd, Goleta; per car $10; ) These twin beauties are worth
the trip over 20 miles west of Santa Barbara via Hwy 101. Popular swimming and camping
spots, they're connected by a bike path.
East Beach
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Surfing
Unless you're a novice, conditions are too mellow in summer - come back in winter when
ocean swells kick back up. Santa Barbara's Leadbetter Point is best for beginners.
Experts-only Rincon Point awaits just outside Carpinteria.
Paddle Sports Center SURFING
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