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A very popular beach spot with Santa Barbara locals, Leadbetter Beach is a great spot for surfing and swimming.
It's a very pretty beach with a lot of useful amenities, including BBQs that tend to get claimed quite quickly on warm days, so it's a smart idea to arrive early if you want to grill up some burgers.
If you miss out on the grills, a nearby restaurant offers some great food and there are restrooms and outdoor showers for public use as well.
As this Santa Barbara beach is quite popular, there's always a lively atmosphere here, so it's a nice spot to come on special occasions or summer weekends.
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