Cute neighborhood park that is bigger than you expect it to be. It was pretty quiet when I visited…read more Locals bring their dogs so watch for off lease dogs here.

This park is located just east of Carpinteria High School between Casitas Pass Rd and Linden Ave…read more There are parking lot entrances along Foothill Rd as well as El Carro Ln. If you access from the north lot, it's directly adjacent to Girls Inc. Looking north, you'll have an awesome view of the mountains and Franklin Trail. The park has 2 baseball fields, a soccer field, picnic tables, 3 BBQ sites, 2 restroom buildings, and playground to make it very family friendly. If you want to reserve a BBQ site, there's a $30 reservation fee and a refundable $50 cleaning deposit. Bouncy houses must be permitted at a cost of $10. 203/100 Reviews for 2014

This is such a fun place to take your kids! So many things for them to do. Play on the dolphins, go…read moredown one of the four slides, hide under the huts, go over the bridge, or sit in the boat. Lots of imagination was used to build this fun playground. I wish there were bathrooms that were closer.

It is a very cool place for children. There is a trail alongside the play area that leads to the…read moreCarpinteria State Park. The area trail alone is less than a mile but it is nice . There are so many things to see like birds and also wildlife. There are plaques all over the place that tell you about the origins of the place. The path has also solar panels that will light up at night for night walkers. It is also very close to so many restaurants, shops, and the big fields if you just want to run around even more freely.

Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park is nestled in the coastal town of Carpinteria, California. While…read moreit doesn't look like much from the outside, things are surprisingly beautiful within. It's got a great beach area and little bluffs to sit on overlooking the ocean. It's a place where you can unwind, take a leisurely stroll, and simply breathe in the fresh coastal air. Last time we were there, the beach had tons of driftwood from all the recent storms. There were some really interesting pieces of wood out there and maybe a hidden treasure or two. It was fun to search through everything and build a wooden fort. The salt marsh ecosystem also draws in various bird species, some uncommon, making it interesting for birdwatching. Whether you're an experienced birder or simply appreciate a cool looking bird, the park offers ample opportunities to spot and observe them in their natural habitat. The park has actually been closed since April 2023 but is scheduled to reopen in June 2023, for emergency dredging and other issues related to all the weather and flooding. The park's amenities are relatively limited, including a small visitor center and a picnic area, they also have some campus spots I believe. Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park is a worth a stop if you are local or looking for a nice spot to spend some time by the beach. Five stars.

The trail runs along the edge of the rehabed salt marsh. It is an interesting walk, well kept and…read morewith good educational signs. The neighborhood surrounding the marsh on 2 sides is upscale and there is plenty of street parking. Lots of room and benches to relax and enjoy the views.

If you come here only to look at the tar seeping out of the cliffs, then you would be missing out…read moreon so much other stuff the area has to offer. I mean, it is cool to see the new shiny tar coming out and hardening on the older, matte tar, and even scoop some up using a sea shell, but this amusement is short-lived. Also, you will have balls of tar staining the bottom of your shoes or feet if you go barefoot. However, this area also has some tidepools with wildlife. If you time your visit at low tide, from the beach cliff you can see some rocky areas or large boulders sticking out from the sand. That's your target. When you walk there, there's shallow pools of water in the sand and rocks, and you can see sea anemones, barnacles, and little crabs. Don't forget to check out the seal sanctuary near by too.

Another incredible beach in Carpinteria. Yes, you will get tar on your feet but the beach is clean…read moreand the view is awesome. You can't beat beaches in Carpinteria!!!

Carpinteria Valley Memorial Park is wide open and well maintained park. It's perfect for a picnic…read moreor summer barbecue. This park has tables and complete jungle gym as well as shade from the trees located in the center of the field. It's a perfect spot to spend the afternoon and relax.