Elings
Park
In the hills above Las Positas Rd, between the 101
freeway and the beach
Most
locals just call this Las Positas Park. Perched on top of
one of Santa Barbara's tallest hills, this park is one of the
city's scenic treasures.
It
is also a very busy park. If people aren't bringing their
children to a game (or going to a game themselves), then they are
driving to the top of the hill to look around or maybe watch a
performer in the outdoor amphitheatre.
Panoramic
views, baseball diamonds, tennis courts, an amphitheatre and hang/para-gliding provide
versatility and the predominantly natural vegetation give it a
'real' look. At 230 acres, this park is a little over 50% natural
and wild.
The
park is also centrally located near Arroyo Burro Beach and the
Douglas Family Preserve. It is just a half mile from the
City's golf course.
Directions:
Take the 101 to Las Positas and turn away from the mountains.
About a mile in turn left into the park.
Facilities:
Baseball diamonds, picnic facilities, restrooms, parking, an
amphitheatre, fabulous views.
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