Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary

Scorpion Canyon Loop trail. Easy going clockwise. Tougher counter clockwise.

Clear view to the bottom of Scorpion Bay at the single pier where Island Packers' catamaran drops off campers and hikers.

Have to take s boat to get here but it's gorgeous!

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You can walk for miles and not see another person! This is an old pier that has largely been abandoned after a storm took out part of it. #Festival

Gaviota Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gaviota Beach during your trip to Gaviota?

Just an hour drive from Santa Barbara and a 45-minute drive from Lompoc, you'll find spectacular landscapes like this one. A sign 4.5 miles south of Lompoc off Highway 1 will direct you onto Jalama Road. Follow this scenic, winding, 14.5 mile road to the coast. You'll cross these railroad tracks before heading into Jalama Beach County Park.

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Jalama Beach County Park

Explore the great outdoors at Jalama Beach County Park, a lovely green space in Lompoc. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the cafes and cocktail bars.

Couldn’t resist this rock formation that looks like an eye. Had my wife complete the Iris.

Gaviota State Park

You can take time to visit Gaviota State Park during your travels to Goleta. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

A group of Birds play on the ocean surf - Blue skies on a summer day

Refugio State Beach

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If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Refugio State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Goleta. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Short walk from parking, very scenic little spot.

Nojoqui Falls Park

Explore the great outdoors at Nojoqui Falls Park, a lovely green space in Goleta. Visit the casinos and wineries in this walkable area.

Gaviota Peak

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Gaviota Peak during your travels in Goleta. Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Top Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary Hotel Deals

Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

2101 Mandalay Beach Rd Oxnard CA

Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach by IHG

450 E Harbor Blvd Ventura CA

Amanzi Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

298 S Chestnut St Ventura CA

Mandalay Shores Resort

5226 Neptune Square Oxnard CA

Channel Island Shores

1311 Mandalay Beach Rd Oxnard CA

Hampton Inn Channel Islands Harbor/Oxnard

3231 Peninsula Rd Oxnard CA

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