Goleta Beach Park

We spent 4th of July weekend in Goleta and hit Goleta Beach on our Saturday afternoon. Was it the prettiest beach in Santa Barbara? No. But it was pleasant and super easy, with free parking and...

I love a walk along a pier, so I ended up here namely for the pier. I had a little wander around and appreciated the sand and ocean. There might be some renovations going on; there were chain...

Beaches change. And a key change here is that the traditional beach, the one with sand, is basically diminished greatly. As you enter the park, go to the right. Or else, it's all rocky jetties!

This is a wonderful park for relaxation, strolling on the beach, playing with grandkids, enjoying birds. Yesterday I was there and saw a kingfisher, osprey and night heron on the lines over the...

I have a lot of beautiful memories at this beach. As time passes by, things change and so does this beach. Yet, it still provides beautiful views when one is seeking solace and solitude. The...