Cachuma Lake is closed to boaters due to debris but the recreation area is open for campers and day use. Debris is on the ...

Does Santa Barbara County need more dirt? Right now, the county’s Parks Division is seeking public input on its parks, trails, and recreation, and the vision for the future of its outdoor spaces. The ...

Members of the public have until 5 p.m. on Feb. 24 to submit any comments on the plan, either by emailing [email protected] or by mailing them to: Jeff Lindgren, Deputy Director, Santa Barbara ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. (SANTA BARBARA, Calif.) – The County of Santa Barbara, Community Services Department, Parks Division (County Parks) reminds ...

Sable Offshore has not completed all necessary steps to restart oil production locally a state regulator confirmed ...

The Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is seeking up to 100 volunteers for a large-scale trail volunteer day to restore the Cold Spring Trail and Ridge Trail. The work will take place 8:15 ...

Santa Barbara County Parks has opened registration for the 2025 Junior Lifeguard Program. Summer sessions are available for youth aged 6 to 17. To sign up, visit www ...

The County of Santa Barbara proudly highlights a year of transformative achievements that advanced public safety, strengthened community services, updated parks and infrastructure, and made progress i ...