Natural
beauty, history and unique shopping opportunities form the
foundation for a day of adventure in Carpinteria. Nestled
between mountains and coast, blessed with an ideal
climate and an abundance of natural beauty make any day a
good day to linger here. |
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Carpinteria
Valley Museum of History - well done and a must-see for kids. |
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Carpinteria
Avenue - the main thoroughfare in town and a
treasure trove of history. |
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Linden
Avenue - home to shops, restaurants and quaint
cafes. |
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The
Salt Marsh Nature Park - one of the most important
wetlands in Southern California and a must-see for
birders. |
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Sandyland -
a neighborhood with panache and one of the best views
anywhere. |
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Santa
Claus Lane - an eclectic mixture of styles, shops
and tastes - not to mention an enormous Santa. |
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Surf
Dog - rain or shine, Carpinteria's own hot dog
vendor with a twist. |
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The Tar
Pits - rich in history, nature and beauty, this park
offers a look into the history of Carpinteria. |
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The
Bluffs - one of the true natural treasures of this
community, the Bluffs offer a glimpse into what the first
settlers experienced when they came to Carpinteria.
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The
Seal Rookery - one of only four seal rookeries in
Southern California, bluff-side views make for a unique
experience.
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Rincon
Point - combine the park, the nationally
recognized surf conditions and a great beach and you have
one of Carp's true destination points.
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