Ocean Beach Park
What To Expect: The park is open year-round – you see the river, estuary and railroad bridge. Beach is closed to the public from March 1 through September 30.
Region: Lompoc Valley
All Wildlife Viewing
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Goleta Butterfly Grove
What To Expect: Butterflies, butterflies and more butterflies. Monarch butterflies migrate to Goleta each November through February.Region: Goleta Valley -
Arroyo Hondo Vista Point
What To Expect: Check out the seven interpretive panels covering the history of the Gaviota Coast on display at this easy- off, easy-on turnout along southbound Hwy 101. Stretch your legs and walk across an old section of Hwy 1 that bridged Arroyo Hondo Canyon.Region: Gaviota Coast -
Coronado Butterfly Preserve
What To Expect: Monarch Butterflies are the main attraction at the Coronado Butterfly Preserve and the Goleta Main Monarch Grove during the winter months.Region: Goleta Valley -
Pond Dune Trail
What To Expect: A flat trail that traverses from an access road through Coal Oil Point Reserve along the Devereux Slough to Sands Beach.Trail Distance: .75 miles for trail only.Region: Goleta Valley -
UCSB Lagoon Trail
What To Expect: The trail circles the UCSB Lagoon from Campus Point towards the center of the campus. Hikers will pass beaches, surf spots, tidepools, and take in spectacular ocean views from the coastal bluffs.Trail Distance: 1.5 MiRegion: Goleta Valley -
West Campus Bluffs Trail
What To Expect: The West Campus Bluff Trail is a popular route for walkers, joggers, and bikers alike.Region: Goleta Valley -
Gaviota State Park
What To Expect: Ocean views, sandy beach, railroad trestle, historic pier, and trail head to the nearby wind caves and the Gaviota hot springs.Region: Gaviota Coast -
Ellwood Mesa | Sperling Open Space
What To Expect: The Ellwood Mesa area features miles of relatively flat trails, two beach access points, abundant wildlife and a major Monarch butterfly habitat.Trail Distance: 2 to 4 miles typical round trip distanceRegion: Goleta Valley -
Lake Los Carneros Park
What To Expect: 25 acre lake, open fields, and a network of trails that are primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and birding and is accessible year-round.Trail Distance: 1 - 2 mile loopRegion: Goleta Valley
