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Unusual Attractions in Carpinteria

Carpinteria, California

Carpinteria Harbor Seal Preserve

Happy harbor seals frolic and snooze on this warm, sandy stretch of coast.

Carpinteria, California

Carpinteria Tar Pits

Inky sludge oozes to the surface of this beach thanks to a rare natural tar seep.

Carpinteria, California

Wardholme Torrey Pine

At 130 years old and 126 feet tall, it is the largest known example of the rare Torrey pine tree.

Carpinteria, California

Carpinteria Valley Museum

Its vast collection details the history of this Santa Barbara beach town.

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Lotusland

Acres of natural wonders left behind by a socialite-turned-gardener.

8 miles from Carpinteria

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Lil' Toot

This nonsensical smiling boat shuttles passengers between two places they could've easily walked between.

9 miles from Carpinteria

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Moreton Bay Fig Tree

The beautiful behemoth is one of the largest trees of its kind in the United States.

10 miles from Carpinteria

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