Erica G.
9/23/2025
Great beach with free parking nearby. Pretty clean. I did notice it's a lot busier than my beach in Oxnard. Though I did like it, I prefer less peeps. I just loved seeing all the happy peeps...
Carpinteria State Beach
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5361 6th St
Carpinteria, CA 93013
Carpinteria State Beach, located minutes from Santa Barbara and Ventura, offers visitors an exceptional outdoor recreation experience along a mile of beach, terraced bluffs, and dune areas. This small southern California coastal community is rich in biological and cultural history, providing opportunities for swimming, surfing, fishing, tide pooling, and camping.
The park features educational programs for school groups, including in-person field trips and live virtual sessions that explore local ecosystems and historical topics. With amenities such as picnic areas, hiking trails, and a unique playscape, Carpinteria State Beach is an ideal destination for families and nature enthusiasts alike.
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Karen G.
5/19/2025
We camp at Carpinteria State Beach at least once or twice a year, and it never disappoints. There are plenty of campsite options whether you're in a tent, RV, or camping with a big group, there's...
Monica R.
7/7/2025
$10 parking, nice family beach, fluffy sand, clean water nice breeze. It is worth to go a little far to enjoy a day on the beach. Close there is a little downtown with many restaurants to have a...
Amado O.
1/2/2025
It's a great place to camp. Love the hike/bike trails. The town is a small walk barely used our car. Plenty of good restaurants just minutes away. The beach is very beautiful and great cliff...
Erika C.
8/2/2025
Had a great time with the family at Carpenteria. The campground is about a 10 min walk to downtown Carpenteria with beautiful scenery, brewery, coffee shops etc... The campground is clean and...
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