Los Angeles Times

Enjoyment comes in waves when camping in Carpinteria

There are some lovely moments in life that you know will stick with you, even as they’re happening. One occurred for me on the beach in Carpinteria under a lollipop moon. The air was warm, the long ...
Islands on MSN

Sandwiched Between LA And San Diego Is Cliffside Camping And World-Class Surf At California's Beloved State Beach

This excellent stretch of California coastline is home to some of the best surfing in the country and a campground that puts ...
Los Angeles Times

Planning a camping trip to Carpinteria, California

This campground has 216 sites; 120 have RV hookups. There are coin-operated hot showers, fire rings and picnic tables. Carpinteria State Beach is off U.S. 101, 12 miles south of Santa Barbara. From ...
Santa Barbara Independent

Plovers Successfully Nest for First Time on Carpinteria State Beach Since 1960

For the first time since 1960, the western snowy plover has successfully nested on Carpinteria State Beach. The single nest with three eggs was discovered by scientists on May 10 and roped and caged ...