The Carpinteria Harbor Seal Preserve is home to almost 100 adult seals who give birth to their cubs on the Carpinteria shoreline; one of the four harbor seal rookeries remaining along the southern California coast.

Carpinteria is a charming coastal city located in Santa Barbara County, California, approximately 12 miles southeast of the city of Santa Barbara. It is known for its beautiful beaches, charming downtown area, and small-town feel. It had a population of 13,264 at the 2020 census.

Carpinteria Salt Marsh Reserve provides habitat for migratory waterfowl as well as endangered plants and animals such as the salt marsh bird’s-beak, light-footed clapper rail, and Belding’s savannah sparrow.

Rincon Beach County Park is a popular beach destination located in Carpinteria, California, approximately 12 miles southeast of Santa Barbara. It is known for its excellent surf conditions, beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean, and stunning coastal landscape.

Carpinteria State Beach is a popular beach destination located in the city of Carpinteria, California. The beach is situated along the beautiful coastline of Santa Barbara County, just south of the city of Santa Barbara. It is easily accessible from Highway 101 and offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.