El Capitan State Beach Tours

A rocky beach with large boulders, waves crashing onto the shore, and distant hills under a clear sky.


The kids are sure to sleep soundly after a day spent at El Capitan State Beach. Search for cute critters like crabs and snails, stick a toe in the water or toss a Frisbee around!

When you've spent a bit of time at this stretch of coastline in Goleta, visit some of the other attractions in and around this area. Refugio State Beach is not far from El Capitan State Beach and is a favorite with tourists and locals alike.

Things to do

Plan a trip to see El Capitan State Beach

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
El Encanto Santa Barbara

Stay near popular El Capitan State Beach attractions


Best Lodging Options Near El Capitan State Beach

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3 out of 5
6878 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Vinland Hotel and Lounge

Vinland Hotel and Lounge

3.5 out of 5
1455 Mission Dr Solvang CA
Vinland Hotel and Lounge
Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort

4 out of 5
3400 East Highway 246 Santa Ynez CA
Chumash Casino Resort
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
5650 Calle Real Goleta CA
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn

2.5 out of 5
1617 Copenhagen Drive Solvang CA
King Frederik Inn
Wine Valley Inn

Wine Valley Inn

3 out of 5
1564 Copenhagen Dr Solvang CA
Wine Valley Inn
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
6350 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia