DOUGLAS FAMILY PRESERVE

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Douglas Family Preserve


April 29, 2024

The Douglas Family Preserve is a popular hiking and recreational area located in Santa Barbara, California. It covers 70 acres of land and offers stunning ocean views, walking trails, and a dog-friendly environment.

One of the main reasons to visit the Douglas Family Preserve is to enjoy the natural beauty of the area. With its ocean views, open spaces, and diverse wildlife, the preserve is an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Some of the specific points of interest to see include the multiple hiking trails, the Wilcox Property, and the picturesque bluffs overlooking the ocean. Visitors can also look for dolphins and whales as they migrate through the Pacific Ocean.

Interesting facts about the area include that it was donated to the city of Santa Barbara by the Douglas family, and it has been a popular destination for locals and tourists since the 1970s. The preserve also has a variety of exotic trees, some of which were planted by local celebrities, such as Jeff Bridges and Bo Derek.

The best time of year to visit the Douglas Family Preserve is during the spring and fall months when the weather is mild and the crowds are smaller. However, visitors can also enjoy the preserve year-round, as it offers different experiences during different seasons.

Overall, the Douglas Family Preserve is a beautiful and unique destination in California that offers stunning views, diverse wildlife, and a variety of recreational opportunities.




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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Casitas Lake

Apache Trout Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Lake Casitas

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass

Lake Cachuma

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Reyes Creek

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Cachuma Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Rafting & Kayaking

CONFLUENCE WITH GOLD HILL CREEK TO CASTAIC
Santa Clara Watershed, California
7 MILES FROM ISABELLA DAM TO 20.2 MILES FROM ISABELLA DAM
Middle Kern-Upper Tehachapi- Watershed, California
LOWER PIRU CREEK (OULET AT PYRAMID RESERVOIR) TO PIRU RESERVOIR
Santa Clara Watershed, California
HEADWATERS IN THE SANTA MONICA MOUNTAINS TO MOUTH AT PACIFIC OCEAN
Santa Monica Bay Watershed, California
CHORRO GRANDE CANYON TO SECTION LINE DIVIDING SEC 1, T5N, R23W AND SEC 6, T5N, T22W
Santa Clara Watershed, California
20.2 MILES DOWNSTREAM OF ISABELLA DAM TO WESTERN NF BOUNDARY
Middle Kern-Upper Tehachapi- Watershed, California
CASTAIC TO PYRAMID RESERVOIR
Santa Clara Watershed, California
SECTION LINE TO CONFLUENCE WITH ROCK CREEK
Santa Clara Watershed, California
WILDERNESS BOUNDARY TO CONFLUENCE WITH GOLD HILL CREEK
Santa Clara Watershed, California
HEADWATERS, UPPER PIRU CREEK TO WILDERNES BOUNDARY
Santa Clara Watershed, California

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