Location: Goleta
Top Things to do in Goleta
What to do and see in Goleta, California (CA): The Best Outdoor Activities
Goleta, home to University of California at Santa Barbara (UCSB) and the Santa Barbara Airport, hugs the coast 12 miles west of Santa Barbara. First called "The Good Land" by the Spanish, Goleta was once known for its rich agriculture, and smaller scale farms still pepper the landscape. The California Lemon Festival at Girsh Park is a must-see every October. Visitors seeking outdoor adventure can fish off Goleta Pier, surf at Campus Point and hike along bluffs overlooking untrammeled coastline.
Restaurants in Goleta
1. Rock Front OHV Area
2. Circle Bar B Guest Ranch & Stables
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 138 reviews
We offer luxury cabins, rustic rooms, and horseback riding in a beautiful and scenic natural setting. The Circle Bar B Guest Ranch is tucked away at the base of the mountains in Santa Barbara county in a picturesque canyon only 3 miles away from the beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Join us for horseback riding on some of the finest trails and horses in the Central Coast with mountain, creek, canyon, and ocean views! We offer horseback riding year round, with rides ranging from 1.5 to 4 hours! Our amenities and activities include a full bar, outdoor pool and hot tub, library, horseback riding tours, hiking trails, game room, spa services, horseshoe pit, conference rooms and more. The Circle Bar B Guest ranch is a family business that was established in 1939. We invite you to join the history of our ranch, and we would love for you to visit us and experience an unforgettable ranch vacation with your family and friends!
Reviewed By Trip789765
My daughter, her friend, and I had the most wonderful time on a 2 1/2 hour ride with our guide Randy. The scenery was gorgeous and, as one of our first outings during COVID-19, we savored every moment of beautiful countryside on horseback. Randy was the BEST! He was so charming and a gifted story teller. What an extraordinary horseman who we look forward to riding with again. Circle Bar B is a very special place and everyone there was lovely, friendly, and professional. Can't wait to do this again, saddle soreness and all!!
3. Goleta Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 179 reviews
A long sandy beach near Goleta Point.
Reviewed By 863franf - Goleta, United States
A wonderful place to stop for a picnic. Free parking, restroom facilities, picnic tables, a playground and grills. Not to mention lovely views of the beach and coastline. And for those show want some exercise, it is right along a dedicated bike path, and a very short walk to UCSB.
4. Glen Annie Golf Club
5. Sandpiper Golf Course
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 76 reviews
Designed by William F. Bell, this 7,000-yard golf course features beautiful rolling fairways and challenging greens on a spectacular seaside links-style layout.
Reviewed By MarkMc13 - Denver, United States
Very well maintained course with a fun layout and absolutely amazing views. It looks a lot like Torrey Pines, but significantly less expensive. The staff are incredibly friendly and provide great service. I would highly recommend playing here if you're in the Santa Barbara area.
6. Arroyo Hondo Vista Point
7. Goleta Point
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 3 reviews
This six-mile section of coastline offers hikers a chance to explore the varied ecosystems native to the area.
8. Lost Valley Trail
A popular hiking trail located in Los Padres National Forest.
9. Obern Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
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