Plan the perfect Santa Ynez adventure…

Looking for adventure in 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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Folded Hills - Winery - Farmstead - Ranch

Folded Hills – Winery – Farmstead – Ranch

Recreation / Activities, Wedding / Venue / Event Services, Wine Tasting
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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Carmichael Training Systems

Carmichael Training Systems

Professional Services, Recreation / Activities
866.355.0645

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

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Cachuma Lake

Cachuma Lake

Camping / RV, Outdoors, Recreation / Activities, Wedding / Venue / Event Services
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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Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard

Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard

Recreation / Activities, Wine Tasting
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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Space VR

Space VR

Entertainment / Nightlife, Recreation / Activities
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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Stuart C Gildred Family YMCA

Stuart C Gildred Family YMCA

Education, Recreation / Activities
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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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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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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Brewer-Clifton

Brewer-Clifton

Entertainment / Nightlife, Food / Restaurants, Recreation / Activities, Travel / Visitor Services, Wine Tasting
2367 Alamo Pintado Ave, Los Olivos, CA 93441
(805) 866-6080

Come taste Pinot Noir and Chardonnay proudly grown in the Sta. Rita Hills of California in the beauty of Los Olivos.

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The Ultimate Escape Rooms

The Ultimate Escape Rooms

Entertainment / Nightlife, Recreation / Activities, Wedding / Venue / Event Services
485 Alisal #120, Solvang, CA 93463
805-474-4208

The Ultimate Escape Rooms are a fun, physical, adventurous way to challenge your mind. Each room has a different theme.

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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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Global Gardens

Global Gardens

Food / Restaurants, Outdoors, Recreation / Activities
2450 Alamo Pintado Road, Los Olivos, California
(805) 686-4111

TASTE & LEARN about our award-winning organic Extra Virgin Olive Oils, Fruit Balsamics & more!

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Eat This, Shoot That! Food & Wine Tours

Eat This, Shoot That! Food & Wine Tours

Craft Beer, Food / Restaurants, Photography / Videography, Recreation / Activities, Tours / Transportation, Wine Tasting
(805) 364-0564

Eat and drink your way through Solvang with a local foodie on a walking food tasting tour!

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Painting in the Vineyard with Gypsy Studios

Painting in the Vineyard with Gypsy Studios

Arts / Museums, Recreation / Activities
PO Box 2, Santa Ynez, CA 93460
(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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Consilience, Marianello & Tre Anelli

Consilience, Marianello & Tre Anelli

Recreation / Activities, Wine Tasting
2923 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos, CA 93441
805-691-1020

Take your palate on a trip to France, Italy and Spain right here in the heart of Los Olivos.

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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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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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