Gaviota State Park Tours and Activities

Couldn’t resist this rock formation that looks like an eye. Had my wife complete the Iris.
Couldn’t resist this rock formation that looks like an eye. Had my wife complete the Iris.
Gaviota State Park, CA
Gaviota state beach campground. Very very windy. Our tent ripped but it is a fun place to explore. They have a store to purchase anything camping related or fishing or need a quick snack! #BeachBound #gaviotabeach #camping
Gaviota Beach #beach

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Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

3.5 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
Price was CA $1,174, price is now CA $933 per person
CA $933
per person
May 5 - May 8
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Calgary (YYC) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Great staff and location!

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn

2.5 out of 5
Santa Barbara Beach
Price was CA $1,259, price is now CA $994 per person
CA $994
per person
May 5 - May 8
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Calgary (YYC) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
clean, friendly staff, great location

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

3.5 out of 5
Downtown Santa Barbara
Price was CA $1,327, price is now CA $1,054 per person
CA $1,054
per person
May 5 - May 8
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Calgary (YYC) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
8.4/10 Very Good! (392 reviews)
Great location - cute rooms- great attentive service

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Popular places to visit

You can walk for miles and not see another person! This is an old pier that has largely been abandoned after a storm took out part of it. #Festival

Gaviota Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gaviota Beach during your trip to Gaviota?

Gaviota Beach
Short walk from parking, very scenic little spot.

Nojoqui Falls Park

Explore the great outdoors at Nojoqui Falls Park, a lovely green space in Goleta. Check out the casinos and wineries in this walkable area.

Nojoqui Falls Park
Ostriches at Ostrichland USA in Solvang, California

OstrichLand USA

Enjoy an outing to OstrichLand USA during your stay in Solvang. Check out the wineries or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

OstrichLand USA
This park is a great place to visit! Lots of beautiful trails to walk or ride, play grounds, tennis and even a skate park. Highly recommend some time here to escape the crowds of the main streets. Be aware...closed promptly at sunset or 5pm.

Hans Christian Andersen Park

Explore the great outdoors at Hans Christian Andersen Park, a lovely green space in Solvang. Check out the shops and wineries in this walkable area.

Hans Christian Andersen Park

Gaviota Peak

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Gaviota Peak during your travels in Goleta. Check out the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Gaviota Peak

Alma Rosa Winery and Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Alma Rosa Winery and Vineyards during your travels to Buellton. Check out the casinos and wineries in this walkable area.

Alma Rosa Winery and Vineyards

Best Lodging Options Near Gaviota State Park

Wine Valley Inn

Wine Valley Inn

3 out of 5
1564 Copenhagen Dr Solvang CA
Wine Valley Inn
Vinland Hotel and Lounge

Vinland Hotel and Lounge

3.5 out of 5
1455 Mission Dr Solvang CA
Vinland Hotel and Lounge
Sideways Inn

Sideways Inn

3 out of 5
114 E Highway 246 Buellton CA
Sideways Inn
Pea Soup Andersen's Inn

Pea Soup Andersen's Inn

2.5 out of 5
51 East Hwy. 246 Buellton CA
Pea Soup Andersen's Inn
Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4 out of 5
400 Alisal Rd. Solvang CA
Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn

2.5 out of 5
1617 Copenhagen Drive Solvang CA
King Frederik Inn
The Marlo

The Marlo

3.5 out of 5
293 Alisal Rd Solvang CA
The Marlo
Motel 6 Buellton, CA - Solvang Area

Motel 6 Buellton, CA - Solvang Area

2 out of 5
333 McMurray Road Buellton CA
Motel 6 Buellton, CA - Solvang Area
The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
1450 Mission Dr Solvang CA
The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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