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Route 154--San Marcos Pass Road
Skip the busy 101 and take the back roads instead!
Plan Around Route 154--San Marcos Pass Road
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Route 154--San Marcos Pass Road Details
Skip the busy 101 and take the back roads instead! This lovely 32-mile stretch leaves the roaring coast of Santa Barbara and heads inland straight towards the Santa Ynez Mountains. You can also make a few detours if you want to see even more stunning natural sights. The Los Padres National Forest and Lake Cachuma are both a short drive away. It may add some time to your commute, but you can not compare the sweeping valley views to the stop-and-go traffic on a crowded freeway.
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Nearby Parks Around Route 154--San Marcos Pass Road
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Route 154--San Marcos Pass Road
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14.3 mi away
Gaviota State Park
This 2787-acre park is one of the three major parks along the Gaviota Coast in Santa Barbara. Besides the pristine water views, most people come here for the excellent hiking trails.
15.1 mi away
La Purisima Mission State Historic Park
This beautifully restored Spanish mission is an authentic glimpse into life during the 18th and 19th-centuries.
16.8 mi away
Refugio State Beach
Lined with swaying palms and rocky outcroppings, this beach is one of the more unique places to visit along the Gaviota Coast.
17.7 mi away
El Capitan State Beach
Located on the Gaviota Coast, this 2,624-acre beach is ideal for day visitors and overnight guests.
23.2 mi away
Los Padres National Forest
Just under 2 million acres in size, the national forest stretches along the coast, and inland in some regions.
