What is the water and sand quality of the Leadbetter Beach?

The coastline of Leadbetter Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Leadbetter Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Leadbetter Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Leadbetter Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Kite and windsurfing </li><li>Surfing</li></ul>

Is the Leadbetter Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.The waves in the Leadbetter Beach are usually strong.There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Leadbetter Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Leadbetter Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Leadbetter Beach?

The bar is located right on the Leadbetter Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Shoreline Beach Cafe is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Leadbetter Beach?

There are 174 places to stay in the Leadbetter Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Leadbetter Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2345371&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Californian</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4692675&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9063291&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Drift Santa Barbara</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3279969&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The 3 Dux</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5482451&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ruth House Original Craftsman PETS, walk to State st.</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8333991&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pacific Pearl</a></li></ul>

How far is the Leadbetter Beach from parking?

The Leadbetter Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Leadbetter Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Leadbetter Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Leadbetter Beach located in 0.1 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Leadbetter Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Leadbetter Beach is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 16°C and water 14°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Leadbetter Beach (California) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Leadbetter Beach (California) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

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Photo of Leadbetter Beach with turquoise water surface

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Leadbetter Beach

Santa Barbara, United States

7.5

#155 out of 385 in California 1

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing Kite or windsurfing

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Located within the settlement

Santa Barbara • 2.3 km

Map of beach

Playground Shoreline Park - Playground

740m

Playground Shipwreck Playground

1.6km

Playground Kids Playground

2.7km

Playground Elings Playground

3.4km

Park Shoreline Park

510m

Park Pershing Park

630m

Park Honda Valley Park

1.2km

Park Chase Palm Park

1.6km

Park Mesa Harmony Garden

1.8km

Park La Mesa Park

1.8km

Park East Beach (Santa Barbara, CA)

1.9km

Park Bohnett Park

2.1km

Park Bohnett Park Storybook Expansion

2.1km

Cafe Shoreline Beach Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 60m

Seafood Restaurant Brophy Bros.

9 - Excellent 130m

Cafe Campus Store

9.2 - Excellent 350m

Cafe Buzz Shack

10 - Exceptional 400m

Bar Toma Restaurant & Bar

9.4 - Excellent 620m

Breakfast Restaurant Chad’s Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 760m

Seafood Restaurant Santa Barbara Shellfish Company

9 - Excellent 950m

Bar The Neighborhood Bar

8.2 - Very good 990m

Restaurant The Brewhouse

9 - Excellent 1km

Grocery Store Santa Cruz Market

940m

Grocery Store El Rey Santa Barbara Carniceria

960m

Grocery Store Smart & Final

1.7km

Supermarket Lazy Acres

1.8km

Ice Cream Shop McConnell's Fine Ice Creams

9.4 - Excellent 1.8km

Grocery Store Vons

2km

Grocery Store Mesa Produce

2.1km

Grocery Store Foodland Market

2.4km

Grocery Store Sprouts Farmers Market

2.4km

Tourist Attraction Leadbetter Beach

9.2 - Excellent 90m

Tourist Attraction Old Spanish Days Carriage

9 - Excellent 690m

Tourist Attraction Santa Barbara Carriage and Western Art Museum

9.4 - Excellent 730m

Tourist Attraction Pier Santa Barbara

990m

Museum MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

1.1km

Tourist Attraction The Reagan Ranch Center - Young America's Foundation

9.4 - Excellent 1.2km

Tourist Attraction Area 5.1 Winery

8.8 - Excellent 1.3km

Tourist Attraction The Funk Zone

1.3km

Tourist Attraction Santa Barbara Adventure Company

10 - Exceptional 1.6km

Performing Arts Theater The Arlington Theatre (Metropolitan Theatres)

9 - Excellent 2.6km

Historical Landmark Stearns Wharf

1000m

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About

Leadbetter Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 155th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 490.8 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Santa Barbara settlement, just 2.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

Weather

history

+26 ^o C +17 ^o C

Air temperature

5.5 M/S

Wind

+21 ^o C

Water temperature

1.5 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Santa Barbara • 2.3 km

Map of beach

Playground Shoreline Park - Playground

740m

Playground Shipwreck Playground

1.6km

Playground Kids Playground

2.7km

Playground Elings Playground

3.4km

Park Shoreline Park

510m

Park Pershing Park

630m

Park Honda Valley Park

1.2km

Park Chase Palm Park

1.6km

Park Mesa Harmony Garden

1.8km

Park La Mesa Park

1.8km

Park East Beach (Santa Barbara, CA)

1.9km

Park Bohnett Park

2.1km

Park Bohnett Park Storybook Expansion

2.1km

Cafe Shoreline Beach Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 60m

Seafood Restaurant Brophy Bros.

9 - Excellent 130m

Cafe Campus Store

9.2 - Excellent 350m

Cafe Buzz Shack

10 - Exceptional 400m

Bar Toma Restaurant & Bar

9.4 - Excellent 620m

Breakfast Restaurant Chad’s Cafe

8.8 - Excellent 760m

Seafood Restaurant Santa Barbara Shellfish Company

9 - Excellent 950m

Bar The Neighborhood Bar

8.2 - Very good 990m

Restaurant The Brewhouse

9 - Excellent 1km

Grocery Store Santa Cruz Market

940m

Grocery Store El Rey Santa Barbara Carniceria

960m

Grocery Store Smart & Final

1.7km

Supermarket Lazy Acres

1.8km

Ice Cream Shop McConnell's Fine Ice Creams

9.4 - Excellent 1.8km

Grocery Store Vons

2km

Grocery Store Mesa Produce

2.1km

Grocery Store Foodland Market

2.4km

Grocery Store Sprouts Farmers Market

2.4km

Tourist Attraction Leadbetter Beach

9.2 - Excellent 90m

Tourist Attraction Old Spanish Days Carriage

9 - Excellent 690m

Tourist Attraction Santa Barbara Carriage and Western Art Museum

9.4 - Excellent 730m

Tourist Attraction Pier Santa Barbara

990m

Museum MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

1.1km

Tourist Attraction The Reagan Ranch Center - Young America's Foundation

9.4 - Excellent 1.2km

Tourist Attraction Area 5.1 Winery

8.8 - Excellent 1.3km

Tourist Attraction The Funk Zone

1.3km

Tourist Attraction Santa Barbara Adventure Company

10 - Exceptional 1.6km

Performing Arts Theater The Arlington Theatre (Metropolitan Theatres)

9 - Excellent 2.6km

Historical Landmark Stearns Wharf

1000m

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Located at nearest locality

Santa Barbara • 1km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.3km 17 min walk

West Beach

7.7 Very good

2.9km

Mesa Lane Beach

7.2 Good

3.1km

Santa Barbara Beach

7.8 Very good

4km

Arroyo Burro Beach

8 Very good

5.2km

Butterfly Beach

7.4 Good

6.7km

Miramar Beach

7.2 Good

7.2km

Hope Ranch Beach

6.5 Good

9.2km

Summerland beach

7.1 Good

Localities

Nearest

Santa Barbara • 2.3km

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 490.8km

Transport

Airport

SBA • 13.3km

Bus Station

MTD Transit Center • 2.2km

Train Station

Ventura - Downtown / Beach Amtrak Station • 39.2km

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Simka Striker

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Ah, the beach. An SB classic. What a marvel of nature, with its shimmering sands and salty waves. It's the perfect place to bask in the sun and let your worries drift away. And don't forget the endless opportunities for people-watching - from sun-kissed surfers to families with their sandcastle-building little ones. It's a true paradise, a place where time seems to stand still and the only thing that matters is the sound of the ocean. So kick off your shoes, grab a cold drink, and let the beach work its magic on you.

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Sarina Liang

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach is the perfect place to unwind and bask in the sun with your furry companion, Nala B. The beach is not overly crowded, and there is paid parking available for your convenience. The shoreline is simply beautiful, making it an ideal spot to soak up the scenery and enjoy the serene atmosphere.

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Nathanial Lockwood-Smith.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

I have visited this beach multiple times and I must say, it never fails to impress me! Located right across from SBCC, Leadbetter Beach boasts a park area with grills and a cozy beachside restaurant. It's an ideal spot to spend some quality time with your loved ones. Although parking is chargeable, it's inexpensive and provides a more secluded experience. For all the SBCC students out there, if you own a student parking permit from the school, you're in luck! You can park your car either at the school or Leadbetter Beach without paying a dime!