Stow Grove Park

Want to be surrounded by towering redwoods in nearby Goleta? Then visit wonderful Stow Grove Park. A very diverse park, it also features two sand volleyball courts, a softball field, horseshoes pits, extensive picnic tables, BBQ grills, playgrounds, lots of other trees (sycamore and oak), many birds (including owls), and grassy areas. On a hot day, spending time in the shade of the green and cooling redwoods is especially rewarding.

Details

Location

580 N Patera Ln, Goleta

Managed By

City of Goleta

Website(s)

https://www.cityofgoleta.org/Home/Components/FacilityDirectory/FacilityDirectory/84/2467

Distance from UCSB

3.5 miles (walking)

How To Get There

Walk, Bike, Drive, Bus

Things To Do

BBQ, Birdwatching, Other Recreational Activities (horseshoes), Picnicking, Playground/Swings, Playing on Grass Activities, Relaxing, Running, Studying/Reading, Volleyball, Walking

Fun Facts

The redwood trees in Stow Grove Park were planted in 1876 to provide a picnic area for the Stow family and the people who visited Rancho La Patera and their house (the Stow House).

Other Information

This park takes on-line reservations for group picnic tables. There are many additional Goleta parks with picnic tables.

Best Time To Visit

All Year