Carpinteria State Beach is a protected beach in the state park system of California, in Santa Barbara County, Southern California. The park is located in …
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Aug 20, 2024
Carpinteria State Beach is a gem that goes on and on up and down the coast... particularly at low tide! To the south, you can walk all the way to the Tar Pits Park, the seal sanctuary (rookery) and … Full review by Doug H
May 16, 2024
We were touring US National Parks and once in California we had a sudden idea to visit also the Pacific coast. We wanted to avoid large cities so we opted for Carpinteria, a nice little coastal town… Full review by Bálint K
Aug 15, 2023
There is too much tar at this beach. Other than that this is for sure a pretty good beach. I prefer Ocean beach in SF. Full review by e_is_da_best
taking kids camping here Tues, 10 yr old wants to use the Boogie board but I just read there have been great white shark sightings...something to worry about?
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Just got back and Carp claims to be the the safest beach in the world. There hasn't been a recorded attack of a white shark in Carp. I would bring coconut oil and baby powder for the …
Just got back and Carp claims to be the the safest beach in the world. There hasn't been a recorded attack of a white shark in Carp. I would bring coconut oil and baby powder for the tar you might get on your feet.
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California State Parks moved from a block or on-sale day reservation period to a rolling window. The public can reserve the highly sought-after campsites and lodging six months...
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