Point Sal State Beach
Location:In the northwestern part of Santa Barbara County, near the city of Guadalupe.
Facilities:None. In addition, portions of the main access road were destroyed by heavy rains in 1998, and the beach remains inaccessible.
Activities:When accessible, activities have included fishing,
beachcombing, hiking, nature study, and picnicking. Because of
extremely dangerous rip currents, occasional shark sightings, and the
absence of lifeguard service, swimming is not recommended. Persons
found camping in the park are subject to citation, arrest, or
eviction by Park Rangers. Because of security concerns at
adjacent Vandenberg Air Force Base, Air Police also strictly enforce
the no camping rule.
Special Features:Park includes 2 miles of ocean frontage. Lands above the beach and rocky shoreline have extremely steep slopes, and
numerous landslides are evident. Prime examples of coastal sage and chaparral
communities occur on these slopes. Views of the coastline, beach, and rugged mountain slopes are exceptional.
Address:c/o Channel Coast District Office
911 San Pedro St
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone:805-733-3713
Web: www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=605
Size: 84 acres.
See other parks in
California.