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Facts about (Gaviota State Park):
Overview of Gaviota State Park- Facts, Trivia,and Historical Information :
Gaviota State Park takes its name from the Spanish word for seagull given to the area by soldiers of the Portola Expedition who supposedly killed a seagull while camping here in 1769 Marked by a tall Southern Pacific railroad trestle that crosses Gaviota Creek high above the day-use parking lot
Services, Activities, Amenities, Attractions in (Gaviota State Park):
The park is a popular spot for swimming, picnicking, surf fishing and camping, despite high winds that often blow through the area. A pier on the west end of the beach is used by anglers, and scuba divers and surfers use a boat hoist on the pier to access the waters of the Santa Barbara Channel. Visitors can explore the rugged upland portions of the park from a trailhead in the parking area. Ambitious hikers can climb to Gaviota Peak that offers a spectacular view of the coast and the Channel I
Contact Information:
Address:Lompoc, CA 93436
Phone No:805-968-1033
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