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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.
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Gaviota State Park Details
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. The 1/2 mile Hot Spring Trail takes you to – you guessed it – natural hot springs filled with soothing milky blue water. Another option is to trek to the top of Gaviota Peak, where you will get to see the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Channel Islands from the viewpoint. The park also has a campground right on the shores of the beach, as well as several picnic sites for day visitors. Although it is relatively uncrowded, there still may be a few surfers or anglers along the coast during your visit.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Gaviota State Park
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