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The Great Outdoors
The climate is as near perfect as you can get. The whole region is virtually one big playground.The Santa Ynez Mountains that are the backdrop to Santa Barbara offer endless opportunities for hiking, biking, and camping. A local favorite is the Santa Ynez Recreation Area that runs along

the Santa Ynez River. Here you can take a relaxed mountain bike ride along the river, then cool off with a post ride swim. Often overlooked, the "other side of Santa Barbara" is definitely worth seeing.

The Great Outdoors is a directory of activities such as hiking, biking or camping - things to do on dry land. To view a specific interest, simply click one of the links to the left. And yes, everything outdoors can be done year-round.

Santa Barbara Regional Golf Guide
Stuck wondering what golf course to play in Santa Barbara? Using our guide, you can find all the information you need about golf courses in the area. Complete with green fee information and course directions, it is a great site to plan your outing, whether you are a seasoned scratch golfer or high handicapper.

Santa Barbara Regional Beach Guide
Santa Barbara has miles of wide sandy beaches lined with palm-shaded lawns, each with its own distinctive character. Our guide shows the facilities available at each beach and helps you find your spot on the sand. So get out, play some volleyball, get your feet wet, or just soak up the California sunshine.

Santa Barbara Water Recreation Guide
The off-shore Channel Islands, coupled with the south-facing coastline, create calm-water beaches and unparalleled water sports experiences. The ocean wildlife, open skies, and incredible Santa Barbara beauty shouldn't be missed.

Neighborhood Parks
If you are looking for a place to toss the Frisbee, or have a picnic with the kids, we detail what's available at each park, complete with maps to get there. The neighborhood parks guide also tells you about the city's basketball and tennis courts, softball and soccer fields.