For the fourth time in four years, a domoic acid event is devastating marine mammals across the Central Coast.

But alas, the crown jewel of Santa Barbara is none other than its spectacular beaches. With a 6-mile coastline, Santa Barbara's beaches are famed for their sereness and offering of outdoor activities.

Open hours at Surf Beach are from sunrise to sunset daily with beach access via Surf Beach Station. Santa Barbara County’s Ocean Park is open during those same hours. There is no direct access to the ...

Santa Barbara County Environmental Health Services wants to remind residents about potential health risks associated with storm water runoff at countywide beaches. Storm water is untreated rainwater ...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - The next stop for trash on beaches or creeks along the Central Coast will be the ocean if clean up efforts don't take place. A group of active volunteers has been out to do ...

There are four major beaches in Santa Barbara: Leadbetter, Arroyo Burro, West and East. While Leadbetter has the harbor, Arroyo Burro is best for travelers with dogs and West Beach is home to the ...

which is freezing by Santa Barbara standards. This season is also when the city sees most of its precipitation, which means it's not ideal for sightseeing or lounging on the beach. But ...

Sunny Santa Barbara boasts beautiful year-round weather with many sunny days and cool nights. From a trolley tour to the zoo ...