Discover 5 parks for surfing within driving distance of Santa Barbara
"Santa Barbara residents enjoy quick access to Refugio State Beach for day trips, family outings, and scenic coastal recreation."
Refugio State Beach offers palm-lined shores, camping, and ocean recreation just west of Santa Barbara.
"Santa Barbara visitors enjoy the quick drive to Ventura for its sandy beaches, historic pier, and vibrant downtown atmosphere."
A scenic Ventura beach with sandy shores, a historic pier, and family-friendly amenities.
"Santa Barbara residents make the short drive south to Mandalay State Beach to explore its dunes and enjoy a quieter beach experience."
A quiet, undeveloped beach with dunes and native habitat in Oxnard.
"Santa Barbara travelers make the trip north to Oceano Dunes for its unique beach driving experience and outdoor adventure opportunities."
Oceano Dunes SVRA is California’s only state park where you can drive on the beach and dunes.
"Santa Barbara visitors often make the trip north to Pismo State Beach for its unique dunes, camping experiences, and monarch butterfly grove."
A scenic coastal park famous for sand dunes, wildlife, and beach recreation.
