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6 days ago · Most of the county is part of the California Central Coast. Mainstays of the county's economy include engineering, resource extraction (particularly petroleum extraction and diatomaceous earth mining), winemaking, agriculture, and education.
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- Santa Maria (population), Santa Barbara (area)
5 days ago · The Northern Chumash seeks to designate California's Central Coast as a marine sanctuary, pending federal approval, shielding one of the world’s most biodiverse stretches of ocean from oil drilling. If approved, it would be the first US sanctuary named by an Indigenous tribe.
5 days ago · Uncontrolled grazing by European settlers, starting in the 1830s, ravaged the hills surrounding He’lo, leaving the land vulnerable to erosion. Two years of relentless flooding, from 1861 to 1862, transformed He’lo’s once-bustling harbor into a saltwater marsh. The island’s vibrant ecosystem began to unravel.
4 days ago · However, one in particular has managed to keep its off-the-beaten-track charm despite its growing reputation. Just 12 miles south of downtown Santa Barbara lies Carpinteria City Beach, a picture-perfect California beach town perched on the central coastline. This hidden So Cal jewel is famous for more reasons than one!
4 days ago · It's got two different paths to the top, which is a gorgeous outlook of Santa Barbara's coastline and Channel Island's cove. The shorter option starts at Tunnel Trail and will take about an...
5 days ago · This Santa Barbara County, California city limits map tool shows Santa Barbara County, California city limits on Google Maps. You can also show county lines and township boundaries on the map by checking the box in the lower left corner of the map.
4 days ago · With Santa Barbara's unique location close to the Pacific Ocean, you can enjoy fresh seafood dishes at your choice of elegant restaurants or cafes overlooking the coast. European eateries feature Mediterranean, French, and Italian options that will delight you.
