Contact Info
- Phone:
- 805-968-1033
Basics
- Location:
- 17 miles west of Santa Barbara in southern California.
- Type:
- State Parks
- Elevation:
- Sea level feet
Description
El Capitán State Beach offers visitors a sandy beach, rocky tidepools, and stands of sycamore and oaks along El Capitán Creek. It’s a perfect setting for swimming, fishing, surfing, picnicking and camping. A stairway provides access from the bluffs to the beach area. A bike trail connects the park with Refugio State Beach, 2.5 miles away.
Hours + Fees
Season:
Dawn till dusk
Amenities
Amenities:
Campground
Picnic Area(s)
Modern Restrooms
Picnic Area(s)
Modern Restrooms
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
The beach is located off Highway 101 seventeen miles west of Santa Barbara.
