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Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center

The small Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center not only has one of the best views of Santa Barbara, but also offers visitors information about Channel Islands National Park, Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary, Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, and the City of Santa Barbara. Open 10:30 am until 4:30 pm daily. The visitor center is closed on Thanksgiving Day, December 25, January 1, and the first Friday in August for Fiesta.

  • Managed by: National Park Service
  • Coordinates: 34.404095, -119.693621

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • La Cumbre Peak Day Use
  • Divide Peak OHV Trailhead
  • Anacapa (sites 101-127 & group sites)
  • Santa Cruz (sites 201-244 & group sites)
  • San Miguel (sites 401-460)
  • Santa Rosa (sites 301-380)

Frequently asked questions

Is Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center reservable?

Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center?

See the map for Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

Check campsite availability