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SANTA BARBARA, CA

Dave
2004-02-21 18:23:28

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NUMBER for information about county beaches is (805) 568-2461 and for state beaches call (805) 968-1033.

Arroyo Burro Beach is a 13 acre park located off of Cliff Drive near Hope Ranch. When I drove by, this appeared to be a very popular beach. The parking lot was filled to capacity and parking appeared to be quite competitive. This beach is located 5 miles west of downtown and just west of Las Positas Road. This beach is known to the locals as Hendry's Beach. There is a snack bar, picnic area, and a volleyball area at this beach. This is also a popular place to walk dogs.

Butterfly Beach is a narrow sandy strip with a great view of the city. This beach is located on Channel Drive in front of the Four Seasons Biltmore, east of Cabrillo Blvd. There is limited street parking.

Carpinteria City Beach is located at the foot of Linden Ave and stretches to Ash street. Mild waves have help earn this beach the title of "World's Safest Beach. Street parking is limited.

Carpinteria State Beach is accessible from Palm Ave (Hwy 224). There are camper, trailer, and tent sites available. This beach has an amphitheater, a volleyball court and picnic areas. For reservations call PHONE NUMBER (805) 684-2811.

East Beach is Santa Barbara's most popular beach and it stretches along Cabrillo Blvd east of Stearns Wharf. East Beach consists of 44 acres, 16 volleyball courts, playground, and a cafe. You can also rent beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, and volleyballs at the bathhouse.

El Capitan State Beach is located 15 miles west of Santa Barbara off of the 101 freeway. This is a rugged, long, narrow beach. Camping sites and hot showers are available. There is also a store here. For more information the PHONE NUMBER is 1-800-444-7275.

Goleta Beach consists of 29 acres and is located at 5990 Sandspit Road in Goleta. Boating and a fishing pier is available as well as volleyball courts. There is a restaurant. This beach is also a resting spot for many species of migratory waterfowl.

Isla Vista Beach is composed of over 2000 feet of sand. There is a grassy area for sports located on a bluff above the beach. During low tide you can walk to UCSB. To get to this beach from the 101 freeway take Los Carneros Road to Isla Vista, and then continue south to Camino Corto.

Leadbetter Beach is at Shoreline Drive and Loma Alta right across from the Santa Barbara City College.