UCSB Rock Wall UCSB Adventure Programs, UCSB Recreation…read moreCenter Great place to learn how to climb. Ask for Brandon, he "Rocks."

Great value--you get more bang for your buck than other gyms in the area...you get access to this…read moreawesome rock climbing wall in addition to the facilities of the UCSB rec cen. It's great because I like to work out and then climb after, or climb and then soak in the jacuzzi after ;) helps those sore muscles! Overall, very friendly staff, solid routesetting, and interesting clinics too. I think they have clinics like self rescue techniques and lead climbing, which is super important for new climbers but also a good review for more experienced climbers as well. All around great place! Go check it out!

The facility is rarely over crowded and they have all the equipment one would need. The outside…read moreworkout area is prime. I come for the lap pool and the best steam sauna in town.

Equipment is outdated and when repairs are needed it can take months even when staff log it into…read moretheir system. Showers smell like sulfur and have gnats all the time. Locker rooms or pool seem to be out of service at least monthly. Not a member-focused facility. No one, not even staff seem happy to be there. Also, it is creepy how there is a revolving door of front desk staff and they are always young hot girls. Pretty creepy especially since manager and assistant manager are older men.

The trail is short about 0.5 miles to the end of the flat ground. You can't see the Lizard's mouth…read morefrom here. Look right and see the highest point of the rock that's where you need to go. From here you need to do boulder scrambling to reach the Lizard's mouth. I am able to reach it with my torn meniscus so it's relatively easy. The view from here is spectacular! You will be able to see what people post online.

This was an easy short hike with some scrambling that was well tolerated by my 6 and 9 yo kids. Pay…read moreoff is a cool rock formation that looks like a lizards's open mouth (with what looks like an eye too!). You can climb to the top of the "roof of the mouth" as well as up to right under the mouth. There's not exact trail but if you keep scrambling past the initial rocky hill to the other side you will see the rock formation as your look back. Bonus is a nice view of the ocean.

I had the opportunity to visit here with my Cub Scout pack and take my kids d for their first rock…read moreclimbing experience- what a treat! The staff was able to make the whole experience safe and informative and were so engaging and interactive with the kids. They cheered them on and encouraged them while teaching them safe practices and a safe space. Clean facility and the esperar activities rooms for group was nice for our snacks etc. I highly recommend this spot!

It was my kids first time climbing inside a climbing gym. Luckily we had a wonderful crew of…read moreparents who made the experience amazing. We were celebrating a birthday with a group of kids. The lady working the gym today was such a buzz kill. I am all about following the rules and being safe especially in a climbing environment. We were told two rules at the beginning. Harness and shoes must be worn in rope areas and the bouldering area is off limits to 5 and under and that was changing soon. Icing on the cake was the pretentious tone she gave my young son and I by stating that he wouldn't enjoy climbing as he is being put in a harness. Way to set him up for success by saying a negative comment before he even gets to try it. Remember boulderdash staff what you say around kids they absorb. Words have a huge impact. You might "teach" children in your classes but not all children are the same. I've never been to a climbing gym that a manager can go climb with friends and family for hours. She wasn't supervising who was coming in and out and what was happening throughout the gym. When said manager did decide to come around she was randomly yelling at our kids or us for not doing things she never told us about in the first place. One star for the power trip employee with a negative attitude. One star for the cleanliness of the facility. It could use a deep cleaning. Sanitizer stations would be good. The lady working chased and almost grabbed my child for accidentally walking in the restroom with her climbing shoes to wash her hands. Again I understand it's the rules and we followed the rules given. That was one moment a child forgot and a parent was standing up to stop the child from going in. The gym had plenty of beginner routes and top ropes. Boulder area could use improvements. The weight station is a joke. A few free weights and kettle bells crammed in a corner. We will stick with climbing outdoors. After all it is Southern California.

This place is easily one of the best university gyms I've been to! It's got everything you need -…read moregreat equipment, plenty of space, and a really motivating atmosphere. Plus, the recent renovations have made it 10x better. Props to whoever designed the setup - they really thought it through! There are actually two gym buildings, so you've got options depending on what you're looking to do. There's also a pool if you're into swimming, and if you need a run, there's a track nearby. They covered all the bases when putting this place together. One thing I really appreciate is that they let the students run the music - and they crank it. It definitely adds to the vibe, and it's nice to hear that the younger generation appreciates some good old '90s and 2000s music. I just hope no one complains one day and gets it shut down because that would totally kill the atmosphere. Most of the gym-goers here are polite and respectful, which makes working out a lot more enjoyable. It's also kind of fun to see all the gym rats checking themselves out in the mirror - definitely adds some character to the place! Like any gym, it definitely has its peak times when it gets pretty packed. But if you go during the quieter hours, it's an absolute oasis for gym rats. The students using this gym are seriously going to miss it when they move on to chain gyms - they don't know how good they have it! Whether you're lifting, doing cardio, swimming, or just trying to stay active, this gym has you covered. Just plan your visit right, and you'll love it!

I spent many nights with my roomie at the Rec Cen. At UCSB we abbreviate like every program,…read morebuilding, person, lol. My roommate would always workout in the hall adjacent to the massive windows. I'd chill more because I had Ballet daily. The pool is fun bc there are fitness classes in the water, joined in on a handful with my former boss. Guys, the gym membership is a mandatory portion of your tuition, so it's totes worth it to participate. Park off-campus, ride yr bike in orrrrr rollerblade. Makes life simple.

I went on a rock climbing trip there through the adventure program at UCSB. The view was incredible…read moreand the climb wasn't too difficult for a beginner! It was a very unique experience.

I discovered this place looking for a good outdoor climbing spot when i was attending UCSB…read more Parking - once you pass the south face of Gibraltar there is a small turn out you can park. Getting to the top is pretty simple, just climb up the rock behind the face. If you can find the way that leads up to the top just get back in your car and just go home you :P Get ready for a breath taking view, on a clear day you can see all of downtown Santa Barbara. Rock Climbing - Awesome outdoor rock climbing spot. *Climb with caution* Lat/Lon: 34.47694°N / 119.68005°W http://www.summitpost.org/gibraltar-rock/487232

Hot Take: La Cumbre Peak is home to the best sunset I've seen on the west coast…read more The 7 Falls Hike is enjoyable, but you really have to take in the splendor of Santa Barbara, in all its glory, on the top of the Peak. There are some picnic tables and benches up there as well, and it's (fortunately) not very crowded at the moment. If you can get up there an hour before sundown, you'll have yourself a heck of a time. One tip: there's no gas within like 20 miles of here, so make sure you tank up before you roll up this mountain!

Seven Falls is located along Mission Creek, the same creek that once provided water to the nearby…read moreSanta Barbara mission. If you visit from Dec to May you will see 7 little distinct waterfalls, all flowing into small pools, directly one after another. The waterfalls have been attracting visitors since the 1800s. The trail to reach the falls is about 3-miles out-and-back. Navigating the different trails can be a little tricky and involves multiple trails and unsigned forks so you may want to use AllTrails app as your guide. The first mile you'll walk along an uphill paved road with some really nice ocean views. After you pass a bridge and then a trail kiosk you'll take a left at the fork. After passing Mission Creek you'll take another left up a steep and rocky incline. Eventually you'll reach the point where you'll need to take a sharp right and head downhill to the canyon floor. You can use the assistance of a rope that's attached to a tree. Climbing up the first waterfall is pretty easy but the next 6 should only be attempted with caution. It's best to visit from Dec to May, preferably after a good rain. It's a popular destination so it's best to visit early on a weekday. Parking is limited.

I would not recommend this place for very small children. I brought my 20-month-old, and although…read morethere is a designated area meant for toddlers, it was not supervised. Older kids were going into the small children's section, which made it unsafe for the little ones. When you have very young children, supervision of those areas is really important to prevent accidental injuries to toddlers. Unfortunately, that was not happening during our visit, which made the experience stressful rather than enjoyable. I hope the business considers adding better supervision to keep the toddler area safe for the youngest guests.

No jumping!! My 2 year old had a good time but there is nothing to jump on…read more Staff was fine - it just feels to be lacking in excitement