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Sands Beach

Sands Beach

United States, California, Isla Vista 

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Sands Beach

United States, California, Isla Vista 

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Located in the town of Isla Vista, Sands Beach is a small, narrow, and rocky beach south of Devereux Lagoon and in front of Nature Center Coal Oil Point Reserve – a protected plant and animal habitat.  Sands Beach is a perfect destination for surfing as it offers a great point break.

If you get hungry, there are many restaurants within a seven-minute drive of Sands Beach.  Rockfire Grill is a Mediterranean restaurant that offers Fettuccine Alfredo, pasta, chicken, and beef dishes along with special items for vegans. The bagel eatery IV Bagels Cafe serves house-baked bagels, handmade pastries, espresso, bread, and other Mexican desserts. Another good restaurant near Sands Beach is Lao Wang, an Asian restaurant with a nice menu that includes spring rolls, pumpkin curry, coconut rice, basil chicken, salmon rolls, and crab meat noodles.

If you are looking for a hotel near Sands Beach, you can drive 11 minutes to the 5-Star pet-friendly hotel The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, an incredible Mediterranean-style hotel that overlooks the Pacific Ocean and is spread 78 acres – it features a lounge, poolside bar, spa, sauna, fitness center, ping pong table, two pools, restaurants, and tennis courts.  Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta is a nice 3-Star hotel that welcomes pets and has a pool, golf course, and fitness center. If you are looking for a budget-friendly hotel near Sands Beach, the 2-Star Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Barbara/Goleta offers a pool.

Sands Beach welcomes dogs on leash and offers many amenities including restrooms, trails, tide pools, and a lagoon.

There are many fun activities at Sands Beach including surfing, hiking, birdwatching, tide pooling, and beach walking.

To access Sands Beach, drive to the end of Camino Majorca Road where it meets Del Playa Drive. There is a stairway near this intersection point and you can walk 15 minutes west to the beach after climbing down these stairs. Visitors can use the few free street parking spots available along Del Playa Drive and Camino Majorca Road.

If you are looking for attractions near Sands Beach, you can drive eight minutes to the Art, Design & Architecture Museum that is also known as the University Art Museum and features many architectural drawing, historic photographs, writing, scrapbooks, three-dimensional objects in the Architecture and Design Collection, and over 8,500 original works of the museum itself. Rancho La Patera & Stow House displays historic photographs and furniture related to the nearby area. If you like golfing, Sandpiper Golf Club is a beautiful waterfront 18-hole golf course that has been rated among the top 100 public golf courses in the US and the top 25 public golf courses in California. Another great attraction near Sands Beach is Stearns Wharf, a fun tourist attraction site that offers souvenir shops, restaurants, and a small aquarium named the Sea Center.

Basic Details

IN6 AM - 6 PM

INRestroom Available

INCoal Oil Point Reserve, Slough Rd, Isla Vista, CA 93117, USA

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    Does Sands Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    No, this Beach does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.

    Does Sands Beach have lifeguards?

    No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.

    Is Sands Beach a family-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

    Is Sands Beach good for swimming?

    Yes, this Beach boasts excellent swimming conditions, attracting swimmers of all skill levels with its gentle waves and clear waters.

    Does Sands Beach have restrooms?

    Yes, Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at this Beach.

    Is Sands Beach a nude beach?

    No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Sands Beach?

    No, this Beach does not have nearby food options - please plan your beach day accordingly.

    What are the activities at Sands Beach?

    Yes, this Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Bike Paths, Fishing, Hiking, Snorkeling, Surfing.

    Does Sands Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    No, this Beach does not have accommodations for people with disabilities.

    Is Sands Beach a dog-friendly beach?

    Yes, bring your dog with you to this Beach!

    Is Sands Beach good for surfing?

    Yes, surfing is an activity that is frequently enjoyed at this Beach.

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