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Carpinteria State Beach
A short drive south of Santa Barbara will drop you at this small but beautiful beach.
Plan Around Carpinteria State Beach
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Carpinteria State Beach Details
A short drive south of Santa Barbara will drop you at this small but beautiful beach. It boasts over 4,685-feet of coastal beachfront, which is generally quiet and tourist-free. You'll be free to explore the little tide pools or wander through the tar pits (some of which are still oozing with bubbling tar). To the north of the beach in downtown Carpinteria, which has several restaurants, shops, and a local brewery. Other popular activities include bird watching, surf fishing, and sunbathing. It is also located next to the Carpinteria Harbor Seal Preserve, where you will be able to see breeding seals and pups throughout the year.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Carpinteria State Beach
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The Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center
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