Jennifer's Guidebook
Sightseeing
December through May the seals are getting ready to birth and you can witness this and they're pups from the bluffs, just a 20 min. walkfrom the state park entrance.
Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
5669 Carpinteria AveDecember through May the seals are getting ready to birth and you can witness this and they're pups from the bluffs, just a 20 min. walkfrom the state park entrance.
If you're up for a more challenging uphill hike for sweeping views of the ocean, head to the Franklin Trail just at Carpinteria High School. just don't park in the school parking lot on weekdays.
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Franklin Trail Trailhead
4769 Foothill RoadIf you're up for a more challenging uphill hike for sweeping views of the ocean, head to the Franklin Trail just at Carpinteria High School. just don't park in the school parking lot on weekdays.
An easy hike/walk along the bluffs with gorgeous views of the coastline.
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Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve
5905 Carpinteria AveAn easy hike/walk along the bluffs with gorgeous views of the coastline.
A quiet, peaceful walking path along the natural and preserved marshland by the beach.
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Carpinteria Salt Marsh Reserve
Estero StreetA quiet, peaceful walking path along the natural and preserved marshland by the beach.
Carpinteria Arts Center
865 Linden AveOther
Friendliest and oldest brewery in town along the railroad with a great outdoor patio and view of the ocean.
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Island Brewing Company
5049 6th StFriendliest and oldest brewery in town along the railroad with a great outdoor patio and view of the ocean.
Best and only local coffee shop in a wide open nature setting right in the middle of town.
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Lucky Llama Coffee House
5100 Carpinteria AveBest and only local coffee shop in a wide open nature setting right in the middle of town.
The quintessential old town beach burger stand that hasn't changed much since the 60s.
Other restaurant and drinks recommendations etc.
The Good Plow, Carp Kitchen (healthy options), Teddy's by the Sea, Zooker's, Esaus, Worker Bee, Jack's Bagels, Sunburst, Little Dom's, Gianfranco, Rincon Brewery, Rincon Mountain Winery, Brew Lab, Apiary, Guichos. Tharios and Padaro Beach Grill if you want to drive a little.
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The Spot
389 Linden AveThe quintessential old town beach burger stand that hasn't changed much since the 60s.
Other restaurant and drinks recommendations etc.
The Good Plow, Carp Kitchen (healthy options), Teddy's by the Sea, Zooker's, Esaus, Worker Bee, Jack's Bagels, Sunburst, Little Dom's, Gianfranco, Rincon Brewery, Rincon Mountain Winery, Brew Lab, Apiary, Guichos. Tharios and Padaro Beach Grill if you want to drive a little.
Great Eclectic beer and wine selection. Live music usually Friday and Saturday evenings. Great patio!
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Sunburst Wine Bar
5080 Carpinteria AvenueGreat Eclectic beer and wine selection. Live music usually Friday and Saturday evenings. Great patio!
Neighborhoods
An unincorporated part of Carpinteria wuthering a great beach for surfing and some greatrestaurants and shops. We recommend Thario's!
Santa Claus Lane
Santa Claus LaneAn unincorporated part of Carpinteria wuthering a great beach for surfing and some greatrestaurants and shops. We recommend Thario's!
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No Smoking
Santa Barbara county, including Carpinteria is a smoke free city.
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Closing
Almost every place closes about 9pm in town.