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Butterfly Beach

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Known for its breathtaking sunsets, Butterfly Beach is considered to be among the most beautiful beaches in Santa Barbara, California.  Featuring flawless white sand, iridescent sapphire water and those iconic California palm trees, this scenic gem is hugely popular among both tourists and locals alike. 

The beach gets its name from the clusters of butterflies quivering in the surrounding lantana plants. Dolphins are another interesting species to observe while at Butterfly Beach.

The perfect simplicity of this beach makes it popular for social gatherings as well as recreational activities like beach cycling, running, walking and playing with dogs in the lively tide; as a result, the area is always brimming with activity and driven by a youthful spirit. Because Butterfly Beach is one of Santa Barbara’s few west-facing beaches, many people visit it for the sunset alone, which refracts off the water into vivid shades of oranges, reds and pinks. Its beauty is so renowned that it sometimes attracts celebrities as visitors, intensifying the solid reputation Butterfly Beach holds among SoCal Beaches.    

Category: Beaches
Address: Channel Drive



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