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Santa Barbara Foothills
Serenity, privacy, room to explore and superb views!
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Foothills Style
Living in the Foothills of Santa Barbara provides its residents a serene, private way of life as well as
the opportunity to own acre lots with superb views of the city and the Santa Ynez Mountains. If you enjoy
outdoor recreational activities such as horseback riding, hiking and picnicking amongst one of the most
scenic areas in the country, then youll love the Foothills.
History of Foothills
According to the San Marcos Foothills Coalition, the area was established by the Chumash Indians more than
eight thousand years ago. "Archaeological research and artifacts indicate that sites on the San Marcos Foothills
property were occupied over 1500 years ago. Artifacts associated with food processing and tool creation have been
found on the San Marcos Foothills, indicating the location of Indian campground sites."
By 1852, the Foothills were declared public land by the U.S. government making it open to homesteading and/or purchase.
Once the site of many old-style ranches, the Foothills now offers acre-view lots with incredible scenic views of the mountains
as well as the city.
Foothills Guide
Foothills residents enjoy golfing, camping, hiking, horseback riding and many recreational activities available
in the Santa Ynez Mountains and at the Lake Cachuma Recreational Area.
Premiere golf vacation destination
According to Golf Publisher Syndications staff writer, William Wolfrum, golfing in Santa Barbara has "something for everyone." He says, "By making this delightful Californian location your golf travel destination, you can enjoy a wide variety of golf, along with everything else Santa Barbara has to offer."
Built on the former San Marcos Ranch, the Rancho San Marcos Golf Course
was named one of the "Top-10 Non-Resort courses in Fairways & Greens Magazines third annual Signature Series issue." A Robert Trent Jones Jr. designed course, it is a popular choice for residents and visitors alike.
One of only six golf courses in California that support an Environmental Enhancement Program,
Glen Annie is a championship golf
course with first class amenities. "Situated in the rolling foothills of scenic Santa Barbara, its challenging golf layout is enhanced by breathtaking panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and Channel Islands."
Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens
Located on 65 acres at the foot of the Santa Ynez Mountains, the Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens
"offers not only beautiful beds of native plants but also 5.5 miles of scenic trails that lead past more than 1,000 California plant species." One of Santa Barbara's hidden treasures,
the park features native plants, trees, shrubs, wildflowers and cacti in their natural habitat.
Los Padres National Forest
Because of the pleasant climate of Santa Barbara, outdoor activities flourish. One of the best places to visit is the
Los Padres National Forest
with "its nearly two million acres in the beautiful coastal mountains."
Saving Open Spaces
Santa Barbara government officials joined Bermant Development Company
in dedicating approximately 200 acres of open space in the San Marcos Foothills. This is all due to the diligent efforts of
The San Marcos Foothills Coalition.
The "Coalition is working to save as much of the West Mesa of the San Marcos Foothills as possible" to protect rare species of
wildlife as well as this magnificent open space which has spectacular 360-degree views of Santa Barbara, Goleta, the Pacific Ocean,
the Channel Islands and the Santa Ynez Mountains.
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Activities, Events, Entertainment
According to the Coldspring Tavern website,
"the Tavern was chosen as the BEST place for a romantic getaway in California." Within a 15-minute drive, you can "go back 130 years to a very
romantic period in California history." Step back in time to the era of the stagecoach and the Wild West. Visit Coldspring Tavern
and see one of the many live bands that play there regularly.
The Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church
is a beautiful reminder of the origins of the Christian faith. "The architectural design of
the Saint Barbara Church is based on Byzantine themes found in churches built throughout the Mediterranean from AD 330 to the present.
It replicates a village church with features distinctive to the Aegean Islands." Don't forget to check out the
Tour of the Church.
Don't miss the annual Greek festival that
provides the sights, sounds, aromas and flavors of Greece.
Parks
Dubbed the "Most Popular Trail in California," Rattlesnake Canyon Park
was named for its winding paths snaking its way up the Santa Ynez Mountains. The park features excellent hiking and horseback riding trails, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.
Nestled high in the foothills, beyond the Botanical Gardens and adjacent to Rattlesnake Trail,
Skofield Park features a large
grassy meadows, walking and hiking trails, numerous native shade trees and, of course, its reservable picnic and barbecue sites
making it a highly desirable place to spend some downtime.
Parma Park sits on a 200-acre
parcel that was donated to the city in 1973 by the Parma family. This permanently undeveloped park features a natural environment
ideal for hiking, walking, riding and sightseeing.
Known by the locals as Tuckers Grove, San Antonio Canyon Park
is great for outings because of its ability to handle up to 400 people at a time. Many companies and large organizations choose this park for company picnics. "The lower park is a great for families because of its wide-open spaces and relatively flat grounds that are right next to a large playground."
What makes Stevens Park such a delight is the hiking trail that
starts at the end of the park. "Winding along the river and oak groves through lands once occupied by Chumash, the trail allows
San Roque foothills residents a great outdoor retreat within walking distance of their houses."
Dog lovers rejoice! There's plenty of doggy parks in this area including Laurel Canyon Dog Park
complete with a "large fenced area specifically designed for both large and small dogs." Kiwanas' Meadow (at Tuckers Grove, San Antonio Canyon Park) is also an off leash area during the day, during the week.
Schools
The Foothills is home to an excellent, solid school system. Two of the best, Monte Vista (located in the Hope School District)
and Mountain View (in the Goleta Union School District), are located here.
America's Best-Kept Secret
A flourishing, sun-kissed environment makes Santa Barbara one of America's best-kept secrets. "The Foothills of Santa Barbara bask in sunshine, natural bounty, creativity, cultural sophistication and an appreciation for taking life at your own pace."* See for yourself what the Foothills has to offer.
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*Quoted, non-verbatim, from the Santa Barbara Conference and Visitors Bureau website.
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