The Top 19 Attractions around Carpinteria
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Carpinteria. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Carpinteria is a region where 19
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 5, 2025
Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve
Highlight • Viewpoint
The Carpinteria Bluffs are now preserved as open space. The trail down to the bluffs leads through quiet, open meadows and a long row of stately eucalyptus trees. An easy …
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Ralph Fertig Memorial Bike Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
The Ralph Fertig Memorial Bike Trail, also known as the Rincon Bike Path, runs along the 101 between Rincon and Mussel Shoals, offering scenic coastal views from Ventura to Carpinteria. …
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Downtown Carpinteria
Highlight • Settlement
The center of town has a lot of cafes and breweries, and many of the streets have designated bike lanes. Carpinteria is a surfing destination, and the town's record shops and bistros complement its seaside aesthetic.
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Richfield Pier
Highlight • Bridge
The Richfield Pier is a long pier extending out from the small community of Mussel Shoals and connecting with Rincon Island, a private man-made island built for well drilling & oil and gas production.
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Carpinteria State Beach
Highlight • Beach
This beautiful coastal state beach, spanning nearly 5,000 miles (8,046.72 km), located just 12 miles (19.31 km) south of Santa Barbara, is nestled beneath the Santa Ynez Mountains and surrounded …
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