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Butterfly Beach
The tropical vibes of this scenic beach west of Santa Barbara attract visitors far and wide.
Plan Around Butterfly Beach
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Butterfly Beach Details
The tropical vibes of this scenic beach west of Santa Barbara attract visitors far and wide. The entire shoreline is lined with massive palm trees, and the crashing waves provide the perfect soundtrack for a relaxing beach day. And because of its orientation facing south, it gets both spectacular sunrises and sunsets! But even if you come during the middle of the day, you can still enjoy a dip in the water or a kayak trip along the shore. There is also a short bike path surrounded by bushes of blooming flowers that attract as the beaches name implies tons of colorful butterflies.
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Nearby Parks Around Butterfly Beach
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Butterfly Beach
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1.2 mi away
Cabrillo Boulevard Bike Path
You can beat the pristine ocean views from this laid-back route on the coast of Santa Barbara.
1.5 mi away
East Beach
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2.7 mi away
The Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center
The Santa Barbara Visitor Center is a good place to start your visit to Channel Islands National Park.
2.7 mi away
Santa Barbara Visitor Center Parking
The Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center is smaller than the visitor center in Ventura but still a good place to start your trip to Channel Islands National Park.
4.1 mi away
El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
Located in downtown Santa Barbara in-between Anacapa and Garden Street is one of the last remaining military outposts from Spains occupation.
