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LOMPOC — No matter your family’s water-based interests, Lompoc and the surrounding Santa Ynez Valley region have an abundance of refreshing, kid-friendly options to explore this summer. From classic municipal pools and water parks to natural swimming holes and beach escapes, Lompoc’s top water spots are sure to keep everyone cool, entertained, and make lasting memories. From municipal pools and water parks to natural swimming holes, this guide highlights Lompoc’s Top Water Play Spots to splash, slide, and soak!
Lompoc Aquatic Center
The crown jewel of Lompoc’s water attractions, the Lompoc Aquatic Center features an impressive array of pools and water play areas. Cool off in the Olympic-size swimming pool, wind down the thrilling water slides, or let the little ones loose in the zero-depth entry kiddie pool. The center also has diving boards, an interactive water playground, and concession stands.
Ocean Beach & Estuary
Bird watchers and nature photographers flock to the windswept sands of Ocean Beach Park & Estuary, where the Santa Ynez River meets the Pacific, and even a short visit will reveal why. This beautiful shoreline is a bounty for spotting many different species of migratory sea birds. The beach is also a protected sanctuary for several species, including closing beach access from March through September to protect the nesting season of the Snowy Plover.
Kiwanis Lake at River Park
At the 45-acre River Park, don’t miss Kiwanis Lake, a small, man-made fishing pond that attracts wildlife and one of Lompoc’s Top Water Play Spots. Picturesque River Park lies against the backdrop of the Santa Ynez River and agricultural fields. The Park features five group barbecue areas (all of which may be reserved), four of which are sheltered. Amenities include individual picnic areas, horseshoe pits, sand volleyball courts, a popular walking/jogging trail, and grassy open space areas. The Park has an RV campground that boasts 35 campsites with full hook-ups.
Jalama Beach
Get off the beaten path at Jalama Beach! There are so many ways to take advantage of the wild, unspoiled coastline—this is a great beach for everything from surfing and swimming to fishing, whale watching, and more. Plus, if you get hungry spending some quality time at the beach, you can grab a famous Jalama Burger.
Miguelito Creek
Another gem tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Miguelito Park is home to playgrounds, hiking trails, horseshoe pits, barbecue grills, and a group picnic area. The park is also home to Miguelito Creek, a local favorite fishing spot.
As temperatures rise, the city and surrounding Santa Ynez Valley offer a variety of refreshing water play spots to explore. Book your hotel and come play in Lompoc!
ABOUT LOMPOC
Located on scenic Pacific Coast Highway 1, just 155 miles northwest from Los Angeles with close proximity to Santa Barbara and Solvang, Lompoc takes
on a world of its own. Its valley setting, surrounded by spectacular rolling hills and vineyards, creates an invitation for visitors to detour off the main road, and explore
what’s around the bend. Lompoc is a destination for wine tasting, golf, cycling, hiking, skydiving, birding, and surfing at nearby Jalama Beach. It is home to
La Purisima Mission State Historic Park, the most fully restored and furnished of the 21 California missions, and adjacent to Vandenberg Air Force Base, where
rockets are launched throughout the year by such entities as NASA, SpaceX, and ULA, to name a few. Lompoc has 12 hotels to welcome visitors. To discover more
about the Lompoc Valley, and other things to see and do, visit: www.explorelompoc.com.