Located in the town of Isla Vista, Depressions Beach is a half-mile long beach on the west side of Goleta Point on the University of California, Santa Barbara campus. Depressions Beach is backed by the UCSB Lagoon and is a great spot for surfing, especially for beginners because of its calm waters and mid-size waves. Depressions Beach is a dog-friendly beach and offers a couple of amenities including picnic tables and trails. There are many fun activities at Depressions Beach including surfing, hiking, biking, birdwatching, and beach walking. Getting to Depressions Beach is easy – the beach is situated near the east end of Del Playa Drive from where you will need to climb down a bluff trail to the beach. There are a few free parking spots along Del Playa Drive near the access trail to Depressions Beach.