CASanta Barbara

Stearns Wharf

The oldest continuously operating wooden wharf in California, built in 1872, with a marine-science Sea Center exhibit. This guide uses current public-access research and links to the operating agency for trip-day verification.

5-DAY FORECAST

Tue, Sep 15

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Overcast

76° / 65°

💨 8 mph

Wed, Sep 16

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Overcast

72° / 64°

💨 7 mph

Thu, Sep 17

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Overcast

73° / 63°

💨 10 mph

Fri, Sep 18

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Clear sky

77° / 63°

💨 7 mph

Sat, Sep 19

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Mainly clear

79° / 65°

💨 7 mph

Address: Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Quick map and directions

Preview this pier and get turn-by-turn directions.

Common species: Perch, Mackerel, Halibut, Bonito

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1. Getting there and parking

Directions

At the foot of State St off Highway 101 (Cabrillo Blvd exit) in downtown Santa Barbara.

Parking

Metered parking on the wharf itself plus nearby city lots.

Source: Stearns Wharf