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Tar Pits Beach

Tar Pits Beach is an area within Carpinteria State Beach where asphalt seeps out onto the beach. The oily...

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Sandyland Cove Beach

Sandyland Cove is a private gated community in Carpinteria, CA. The beach here is narrower than the adjacent Carpinteria...

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About Carpinteria

Whether you are in search of gentle waters or the perfect surf, the City of Carpinteria has it all. This small community is a popular location for whale watching, as well as spotting sea lions and seals during certain months of the year. Two separate beaches run the length of the city. Carpinteria City Beach is both lovely and safe for swimmers with minimized undercurrents, while Carpinteria State Beach commands fantastic mountain views and is popular with campers. Just outside city limits, Rincon State Beach is known for its powerful surfing.