Great Ways to Experience the Great Outdoors in Santa Ynez Valley

Experience the great outdoors in the Santa Ynez Valley. Rolling hills, wild flowers and well-loved hiking trails beckon you to explore our beautiful region. Explore some of the local businesses and resources below to experience some of the valley’s natural beauty.

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Circle V Ranch Camp

Circle V Ranch Camp

Camping / RV, Outdoors
2550-4747 Highway 154 , Santa Barbara, CA 93105,
(323) 224-6213

Circle V Ranch Camp is nestled in the Los Padres National Forest surrounded by mature oak trees and miles of hiking trails.

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Rancho Oso Guest Ranch & Stables

Rancho Oso Guest Ranch & Stables

Camping / RV, Outdoors
3750 Paradise Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105,
(805) 683-5686

Bordered by Los Padres National Forest and the Santa Ynez River, Rancho Oso offers acres of beautiful scenery and endless opportunities.

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Vino Vaqueros Horseback Riding

Vino Vaqueros Horseback Riding

Outdoors, Recreation / Activities, Tours / Transportation, What To Do, Wine Tasting
2178 Mora Ave., Santa Ynez, CA 93460
(805) 944-0493

Offering guided private and group horseback rides (with or without wine and/or food) through the hills and vineyards in the Santa Ynez Valley.

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KAP Land & Cattle

KAP Land & Cattle

Outdoors, Recreation / Activities
6300 Foxen Canyon Rd, Los Olivos, CA 93441
(805) 325-3658

KAP Land & Cattle offers traditional 90 minute horseback rides through the historic 714-acre Parker Family Ranch. Fully customizable for all levels.

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Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden

Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden

Education, Outdoors
151 Sycamore Drive, Buellton, CA 93427

The Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden is dedicated to encouraging children to explore, adults to learn, and individuals of all ages to enjoy nature.

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Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort

Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort

Food / Restaurants, Hotel / Bed & Breakfast, Outdoors, Recreation / Activities, Tours / Transportation, Wedding / Venue / Event Services, Where To Stay
1054 Alisal Road, Solvang, CA 93463
(844) 288-0125

As California's premier guest ranch, the Alisal transports guests back to a bygone era.

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Santa Barbara Sailing Center

Santa Barbara Sailing Center

Outdoors, Recreation / Activities, Tours / Transportation
133 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, California, 93109
(805) 962-2826

Choose from a wide variety of public or private cruises, rent a kayak or paddle board and see local marine life and spectacular coastline views.

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Wheel Fun Rentals

Wheel Fun Rentals

Outdoors, Recreation / Activities, What To Do
475 First Street, Solvang, California 93463
(805) 688-0091

Wheel Fun Rentals puts Solvang explorers in motion with a plethora bikes and Surreys which hold up to 11 people.

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J. Woeste in Los Olivos

J. Woeste in Los Olivos

Outdoors, Shopping
2356 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos, CA 93441,
(805) 693-1951

A destination in itself.

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Nojoqui Falls Park

Nojoqui Falls Park

Outdoors, Recreation / Activities, Wedding / Venue / Event Services
Nojoqui Falls Park, 3250 Alisal Rd, Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 568-2460

An 85-acre county park with a playground, picnic area & an accessible waterfall measuring 80 feet.

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PCPA - Pacific Conservatory Theatre

PCPA – Pacific Conservatory Theatre

Entertainment / Nightlife, Outdoors
420 2nd Street, Solvang, CA 93463
Box Office: (805) 922-8313

For 53 years, PCPA has been presenting exemplary theatre and providing excellent training with a resident company of theatre professionals.

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