- TripBuzz found 57 things to do with kids in or near Santa Barbara, California, including 32 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Goleta, Ventura, Ojai and Montecito.
- From Arroyo Burro County Beach Park to Santa Barbara Zoo, the Santa Barbara area offers 56 different types of family activities, including: Natural History Museums, Botanical Gardens, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Waterfalls.
- Situated between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, the city of Santa Barbara offers the best of both worlds to its residents and visitors. Just minutes from lush forest or sandy beach, the area is as popular for its outdoor recreation as it is for its many indoor attractions such as it's high-end shops, world-class restaurants and luxury spas.
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25.8 Miles
Bradbury Dam Vista Point is the apex of a hiking trail that provides views of the artificial Lake Cachuma. The point has opportunities for mountain biking, hiking, swimming, fishing, and running.
25.9 Miles
Located on land donated by Edward Libbey in 1917, Libbey Park is home to community events including The Ojai, an amateur tennis tournament. The park provides tennis courts, a children's playground, a bandstand and picnic areas.
26.3 Miles
39%
28 votes
San Pedro Street & Pierpont Blvd Blvd, Ventura, CA 93003
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Featuring two miles of white sand beach, San Buenaventura State Beach also has sand dunes, ample parking, and picnic areas. The beach is a popular attraction for swimming, surfing, or simply relaxing on the sand.
26.4 Miles
Ojai City Recreation Dept seeks to enhance the physical and mental well-being of Ojai citizens by creating and offering a wide variety of accessible activities. To that end, the Department offers a range of recreational activities and amenities.
26.6 Miles
The 18-hole Soule Park Golf Course in Ojai, California is a municipal course routinely ranked as among the best in the United States. Reserve tee times by phone or through the Soule Park website.
26.9 Miles
Soule County Park is nestled amongst a mountain range and offers open grasslands with mature shade trees throughout. The park's serene setting features covered picnic areas and a dog park that provides separate fenced areas for large and small dogs.
27.1 Miles
Marina Park is a recreational outdoor park that features a zip line, a playground area, portable restrooms, barbecue grills, and an open space area. The grassy space can be used for football, soccer, and Frisbee.
27.1 Miles
Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort is a 10,000-acre ranch where guests can enjoy a pool, spa, 100 acre lake, 50 miles of riding trails, two golf courses and tennis courts. Their restaurant offers fine dining with Western flair.
27.3 Miles
As the largest of the eight channel islands, Santa Cruz is home to the Santa Cruz Island Channel Islands National Park. The park offers breathtaking ocean views and wildlife sightings. The park also houses historic structures from the 1800's.
27.4 Miles
91%
102 votes
1901 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA 93001
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Visitors to The Robert J. Lagomarsino Visitor Center at Channel Islands National Park have access to information, maps and other materials that make it easy to get the most out of each visit. Friendly staff members are always available to answer questions.