Santa Ynez Adventure Opportunities and Recreational Activities

Looking for adventure in the Santa Ynez Valley?

The great outdoors lives up to its name in the Santa Ynez Valley. An abundance of sun-drenched days and mild temps all year make it a breeze to get outside and have fun. The sage green and golden oak-studded foothills of the Santa Ynez and San Rafael mountain ranges make a stunning back-drop for family fun all around the area.

Enjoy everything from boating and golfing to hiking, horseback riding and cycling. You can also enjoy a guided tour for the chance to experience more of the gorgeous valley we call home. We have everything you need to plan your Santa Ynez adventure today.

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Carmichael Training Systems

February 4, 2019Professional Services, Recreation / ActivitiesMarisa Yott

866.355.0645

CTS inspires and empowers the athlete in Every Body to achieve their goals.

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Folded Hills – Winery – Farmstead – Ranch

August 9, 2018Recreation / Activities, Wedding / Venue / Event Services, Wine Tastingtymari

2323 Old Coast HWY, Gaviota, CA 93117

(805) 694-8086

Folded Hills is tucked into the foothills between Santa Barbara and Santa Ynez, offering a taste of farm life with organic produce & estate wines.

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KAP Land & Cattle

September 11, 2017Outdoors, Recreation / ActivitiesMarisa Yott

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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Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort

April 2, 2014Food / Restaurants, Hotel / Bed & Breakfast, Outdoors, Recreation / Activities, Tours / Transportation, Wedding / Venue / Event Services, Where To Staydlaudon

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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Valley Wellness Collective

June 21, 2019Entertainment / Nightlife, Recreation / Activities, Spa / Wellness, Tours / Transportation, Wedding / Venue / Event Servicesinfo25

805-316-4540

Design your own Wellness Experience in the Santa Ynez Valley. Movement, Creativity, Nourishment, Relaxation, and Mindfulness.

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Space VR

January 23, 2019Entertainment / Nightlife, Recreation / Activitiesinfo23

320 Alisal Road, #104, Solvang, CA 93463

(805) 325-9769

Space VR is the only Virtual Reality Arcade on the Central Coast, with hundreds of games and experiences. Fun for all ages.

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Painting in the Vineyard with Gypsy Studios

January 27, 2015Arts / Museums, Education, Entertainment / Nightlife, Outdoors, Recreation / Activities, Wedding / Venue / Event ServicesChristi

1669 Fir Ave, #A & 3, Solvang, CA 93463

(805) 990-2105

Discover your inner artist while you sip on a glass of wine and paint the scenic Santa Ynez Valley vineyards!

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Vino Vaqueros Horseback Riding

January 27, 2015Outdoors, Recreation / Activities, Tours / Transportation, What To Do, Wine TastingJaye

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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Cachuma Lake

August 23, 2018Camping / RV, Outdoors, Recreation / Activities, Wedding / Venue / Event ServicesMarisa Yott

For GPS, Input: 1 Lakeview Dr., Santa Barbara, CA 93105, , From the South: Take Highway 101 north to Santa Barbara. Take the "Cachuma Lake/Highway 154" exit and follow the signs. Drive approximately 18 miles. There is a sign for the park ½ mile before the entrance, and there is a right turn lane to use for your safety., , From the North:Take Highway 101 south to the "Cachuma Lake/Highway 154" exit. Make a left at the stop sign and drive approximately 14 miles. There is a sign ¼ mile before the park entrance, and there is a left turn lane to use for your safety.

(805) 568-2460

Cachuma Lake is a reservoir in the Santa Ynez Valley on the Santa Ynez River adjoining the north side of California State Route 154.

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Stuart C Gildred Family YMCA

April 10, 2017Education, Recreation / ActivitiesThomas

900 N. Refugio Rd, Santa Ynez, CA 93460

(805) 686-2037

There is no other nonprofit quite like the YMCA. Be a part of a cause committed to moving people and communities forward.

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Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard

March 19, 2014Recreation / Activities, Wine TastingKaren

1500 Alamo Pintado Road,, Solvang CA 93463

(805) 688-3032

Taste our estate wines in a friendly atmosphere. Relax on our patio and sip our wide range of delicious wines, from Sauvignon Blanc to Cabernet Franc!

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