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Lizard Mouth Rock: A Fun, Short Hike in Santa Barbara

Last Modified: May 15, 2020

Located in the hills above Santa Barbara, this short trail takes you to a rock that looks like a lizard’s mouth. Whether or not it really looks like one is up for debate, but that is the name given to this rock formation, and it is a fun short hike in the area with great […]

Filed Under: Central California, Hikes, Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip Stops Tagged With: Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara County

Knapps Castle: Hiking Santa Barbara’s Famous Mansion Ruins (Closed)

Last Modified: August 29, 2020

As of 2020, this hike is private property and is now closed. It is being rebuilt and is no longer open to the public. This information is just for historic purposes. Knapp’s Castle is a very popular hike in the hills above Santa Barbara, both because it has fantastic views and because it is less […]

Filed Under: Abandoned, Central California, Hikes, Historical Structures Tagged With: Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara County

Point Castillo Walk in the Santa Barbara Harbor

Last Modified: May 9, 2020

Point Carrillo is a fantastic viewpoint on the harbor in Santa Barbara. It is accessed via an easy half mile trail that is used by visitors and locals alike. If you are looking for a way to be active while staying in the city or an excellent viewpoint for sunrise, then read on for all […]

Filed Under: Central California, Hikes Tagged With: Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara County

Los Agaves: Santa Barbara’s Best Mexican Restaurant

Last Modified: May 9, 2020

Over the last few years, Los Agaves has become a go-to spot for many travelers along Pacific Coast Highway, creating a raving fan club of which I am a part. The restaurant shot to a whole new level though when it was #16 on the Yelp 100 best restaurants in 2016. Now, stopping by this […]

Filed Under: Central California, Food Tagged With: Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara County

Maritime Museum in the Santa Barbara Harbor

Last Modified: May 9, 2020

The harbor of Santa Barbara is one of my favorite parts of the city to explore. It has a pleasant walk to Point Castillo, Stearns Wharf, and the Maritime Museum. The latter of which is one of the better ocean history based museums I have seen. Here is all the information so you can check […]

Filed Under: Central California, Museums Tagged With: Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara County

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