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1. Butterfly Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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2. Carpinteria State Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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3. Leadbetter Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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4. Summerland Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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5. Mesa Lane Beach

Category: Relaxing Beaches
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

When the sun is shining and you feel like heading outdoors, there's no better place to spend a day than a beautiful beach. As your feet sink into the sand and the sound of crashing waves fills your ears, you really feel a million miles away from the mundanity and stresses of regular life.

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