Parks & Recreation Spaces

The park along East Beach's eastern end has more than a dozen beach volleyball courts, multiple picnic sites, shady trees, a playground, angled street parking, and an entrancing view of the waves.

This busy beach is popular for its volleyball courts, sporting activities and mild ocean currents. It plays host to numerous private wedding ceremonies and public special events throughout the year. The rentable area of this beach is the…

Have a day at the beach! Picnic #1 is next to the volleyball courts and is the closest table to the public parking lot. The site capacity is 20 people but since there's only one picnic table onsite, we encourage you to bring in additional…

Bring your friends and family to the beach! Picnic #2 is next to the volleyball courts and is adjacent to Picnic #1 but slightly farther from the public parking lot. The site capacity is 20 people but since there's only two picnic tables…

Beautiful beach volleyball courts overlooking the Pacific Ocean. 20-30 courts depending on season, tides, and sand on the beach. Tournaments, leagues, high schools, and local colleges all use these courts.reservation request

Close to the Franklin Neighborhood Center, this neighborhood park is a popular location for barbecues and birthday parties. The playground children ages 2-5, with Santa Barbara's first public nest swing for parents and children to enjoy…

This open-space park contains a drop-in equestrian riding ring.

Picturesque city vistas, walking paths, a half-size basketball court and playground for two- to five-year-olds are features of this park located on the Mesa. Oak woodlands and wildflowers add to the beauty of this unique site.

Learn more about the project to reimagine the site of Franceschi House here. Originally the home of famed botanist Francesco Franceschi, the grounds of this park offer unmatched views of the city below and contain a rare botanical…