Happening Around The Canyon
Activities & Events
“Something for everyone” isn’t just a saying at El Capitan Canyon, it’s our mantra. Our spectacular settings with views of the Gaviota Coast, Pacific Ocean, and Santa Ynez Mountains provide a stunning backdrop for outdoor activities and adventure. Enjoy the services and amenities typical of a traditional resort, while surrounding yourself with nature and all of its wonders.
On our picturesque property, you can take a dip in our heated pool, checkout complimentary adult bicycles for a cruise around the Canyon, or indulge in a spa treatment at our quintessential Canyon Spa and Garden. Tag along on one of our docent-led hikes and experience our llama farm and breathtaking views.
Commune With Nature
The Canyon offers a unique opportunity to commune with nature and unplug from our fast-paced digital world. The Canyon offers a place where guests can “slow down” and reconnect with Mother Nature, friends, families, and themselves. While there are countless activities you may enjoy, we encourage our guests to just breathe the fresh air and experience the natural beauty of the Canyon. Enjoy the simplicity of bird watching from your private picnic area, cuddle up to a cozy fire, and stargazing in the evening away from city lights. ~ Indulge in the minimalism without deprivation and the comfort without excess that is El Capitan Canyon.
Canyon Activities
The Canyon offers many seasonal activities for our guests to enjoy during their stay. From docent-led hikes and beach runs to storytelling and astronomy by the campfire.
Hiking Trails
Take in the sweeping views of the Central Coast on one of our private hiking trails ranging from our most popular Selma Rubin Trail to the llama and goat farm or one of the more advanced trails. See the Kiosk for our most up to date trail information.
Beach Cruiser Bicycles
El Capitan Canyon provides adult beach cruiser bicycles complimentary to our guests – subject to availability.
Swimming Pool & Children’s Playground
Our heated swimming pool is centrally located in the Canyon. The playground with a slide, swings & jungle gym is adjacent to the pool. The pool is open from 10:00am to 10:00pm.
Canyon Wine Tastings
Seasonally, join us for a Canyon wine tasting at the Market lawn. Enjoy great wines from a selection of local vineyards, while soaking in the magic of the Canyon. Visit the Canyon Market for more information.
Canyon Concert Series
Every Saturday, from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, we invite you to join us for an evening of family fun. Music is complementary to our overnight guests and BBQ dinner tickets are available for purchase anytime on Saturday at the Canyon Market.
Open Seating at 5pm. Dinner is served from 6pm – 8pm and live music is from 7pm – 9pm.
Events Calendar
As we continue to respond to state and local guidance for social distancing, we have modified our Events Calendar and suspended activities that might gather a large number of people in one location. Make this the perfect time to experience the Canyon on your own with all its fresh air and the freedom to explore, relax or commune with nature and the outdoors.
Check back routinely, as we look forward to resuming our traditional activities and programming when the conditions permit.
There are no available events at this time. Please check back later.
Summer Concert Series
With an unwavering commitment to the safety of our guests and the artists, we must sadly confirm that we have suspended our Canyon Wine Tasting and Summer BBQ Concert Series for 2020. We hope you will visit and enjoy Mother Nature’s concerts this summer, lead by our native birds, crickets and frogs and backed up by the beautiful seasonal creek.
We are working with all the bands to reschedule their performances for 2021 and look forward to welcoming the amazing line-up of local musicians back to the Canyon as conditions permit.
In the meantime, we are gathering some classic clips from our incredible artists to share and help us keep them in our hearts and ears during this time that we know is difficult for so many.
Check back in the Spring of 2021, when our Summer Concert lineup will be published and join us as we once again gather around the main campfire.
LAST SUMMER’S 2019 LINEUP
May 25
Live Wire – Rock Party Favorites
June 1
Nate Latta – Folk, Rockabilly, Rock ‘n Roll
June 8
The Bomb – Latin Funk
June 15
Rankin File – Rock ‘n Roll, Pop
June 22
Cadillac Angels – American Roots
June 29
The Nombres – Oldies, Rock ‘n Roll
July 6
Live Wire – Rock Party Favorites
July 13
Cadillac Angels – American Roots
July 20
Rankin File – Rock ‘n Roll, Pop
July 27
The Bomb – Latin Funk
August 3
Nate Latta – Folk, Rockabilly, Rock ‘n Roll
August 10
Alastair Greene Band – Rock
August 17
Rankin File – Rock ‘n Roll, Pop
August 24
Cadillac Angels – American Roots
August 31
Live Wire – Rock Party Favorites
Please note that all dates and bands are subject to change without notice. Reservations recommended. Access to the Canyon is restricted until 5:00pm. There is a $10.00 per person cover charge at the Kiosk for all unregistered guests.
Neighborhood
While many of our guests choose to remain on property, there are a number of activities and options available outside the Canyon that allow one to enjoy an even greater taste of the Central Coast and the California lifestyle! Have you always wanted to go ocean kayaking, horseback riding, or taking surfing lessons? Or perhaps you’d like to spend the day whale watching or wine tasting. Whatever your inclination may be, here is partial list of local options available.
ADVENTURE & TOUR COMPANIES
Santa Barbara Adventure Company
High Ropes Course, Field Olympics, Coastal Kayaking, Surf Lessons, Stand Up Paddle Lessons, Wine Country Tours, Bike Tours.
sbadventureco.com
(805) 898-0671
Condor Express
Whale watching from the Santa Barbara Harbor
condorexpress.com
(805) 882-0088
Circle Bar B Stables
Horseback riding for all ages.
circlebarbstables.com
(805) 968-3901
GOLF
Glen Annie Golf Club
405 Glen Annie Road
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 968-6400
Sand Piper Golf Course
7625 Hollister Ave
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 968-1541
Rancho San Marcos
4600 Highway 154
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 683-6334
MUSEUMS & SANTA BARBARA ZOO
Ganna Walska Lotusland
lotusland.org
(805) 969-9990
MOXI Museum of Exploration & Innovation
moxi.org
(805) 770-5000
Santa Barbara Botanic Gardens
sbbg.org
(805) 682-4726
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
sbmm.org
(805) 962-8404
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
sbnature.org
(805) 682-4711
Santa Barbara Zoo
sbzoo.org
(805) 962-5339
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Chumash Casino Resort
chumashcasino.com
(800) 248-6274
Santa Barbara Bowl Concert Venue
sbbowl.com
(805) 962-7411
- Canyon Activities
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Canyon Activities
The Canyon offers many seasonal activities for our guests to enjoy during their stay. From docent-led hikes and beach runs to storytelling and astronomy by the campfire.
Hiking Trails
Take in the sweeping views of the Central Coast on one of our private hiking trails ranging from our most popular Selma Rubin Trail to the llama and goat farm or one of the more advanced trails. See the Kiosk for our most up to date trail information.
Beach Cruiser Bicycles
El Capitan Canyon provides adult beach cruiser bicycles complimentary to our guests – subject to availability.
Swimming Pool & Children’s Playground
Our heated swimming pool is centrally located in the Canyon. The playground with a slide, swings & jungle gym is adjacent to the pool. The pool is open from 10:00am to 10:00pm.
Canyon Wine Tastings
Seasonally, join us for a Canyon wine tasting at the Market lawn. Enjoy great wines from a selection of local vineyards, while soaking in the magic of the Canyon. Visit the Canyon Market for more information.
Canyon Concert Series
Every Saturday, from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, we invite you to join us for an evening of family fun. Music is complementary to our overnight guests and BBQ dinner tickets are available for purchase anytime on Saturday at the Canyon Market.
Open Seating at 5pm. Dinner is served from 6pm – 8pm and live music is from 7pm – 9pm.
- Events Calendar
-
Events Calendar
As we continue to respond to state and local guidance for social distancing, we have modified our Events Calendar and suspended activities that might gather a large number of people in one location. Make this the perfect time to experience the Canyon on your own with all its fresh air and the freedom to explore, relax or commune with nature and the outdoors.
Check back routinely, as we look forward to resuming our traditional activities and programming when the conditions permit.
There are no available events at this time. Please check back later.
- Summer Concert Series
-
Summer Concert Series
With an unwavering commitment to the safety of our guests and the artists, we must sadly confirm that we have suspended our Canyon Wine Tasting and Summer BBQ Concert Series for 2020. We hope you will visit and enjoy Mother Nature’s concerts this summer, lead by our native birds, crickets and frogs and backed up by the beautiful seasonal creek.
We are working with all the bands to reschedule their performances for 2021 and look forward to welcoming the amazing line-up of local musicians back to the Canyon as conditions permit.
In the meantime, we are gathering some classic clips from our incredible artists to share and help us keep them in our hearts and ears during this time that we know is difficult for so many.
Check back in the Spring of 2021, when our Summer Concert lineup will be published and join us as we once again gather around the main campfire.
LAST SUMMER’S 2019 LINEUP
May 25
Live Wire – Rock Party FavoritesJune 1
Nate Latta – Folk, Rockabilly, Rock ‘n RollJune 8
The Bomb – Latin FunkJune 15
Rankin File – Rock ‘n Roll, PopJune 22
Cadillac Angels – American RootsJune 29
The Nombres – Oldies, Rock ‘n RollJuly 6
Live Wire – Rock Party FavoritesJuly 13
Cadillac Angels – American RootsJuly 20
Rankin File – Rock ‘n Roll, PopJuly 27
The Bomb – Latin FunkAugust 3
Nate Latta – Folk, Rockabilly, Rock ‘n RollAugust 10
Alastair Greene Band – RockAugust 17
Rankin File – Rock ‘n Roll, PopAugust 24
Cadillac Angels – American RootsAugust 31
Live Wire – Rock Party FavoritesPlease note that all dates and bands are subject to change without notice. Reservations recommended. Access to the Canyon is restricted until 5:00pm. There is a $10.00 per person cover charge at the Kiosk for all unregistered guests.
- Neighborhood
-
Neighborhood
While many of our guests choose to remain on property, there are a number of activities and options available outside the Canyon that allow one to enjoy an even greater taste of the Central Coast and the California lifestyle! Have you always wanted to go ocean kayaking, horseback riding, or taking surfing lessons? Or perhaps you’d like to spend the day whale watching or wine tasting. Whatever your inclination may be, here is partial list of local options available.
ADVENTURE & TOUR COMPANIES
Santa Barbara Adventure Company
High Ropes Course, Field Olympics, Coastal Kayaking, Surf Lessons, Stand Up Paddle Lessons, Wine Country Tours, Bike Tours.
sbadventureco.com
(805) 898-0671Condor Express
Whale watching from the Santa Barbara Harbor
condorexpress.com
(805) 882-0088Circle Bar B Stables
Horseback riding for all ages.
circlebarbstables.com
(805) 968-3901GOLF
Glen Annie Golf Club
405 Glen Annie Road
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 968-6400Sand Piper Golf Course
7625 Hollister Ave
Goleta, CA 93117
(805) 968-1541Rancho San Marcos
4600 Highway 154
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 683-6334MUSEUMS & SANTA BARBARA ZOO
Ganna Walska Lotusland
lotusland.org
(805) 969-9990MOXI Museum of Exploration & Innovation
moxi.org
(805) 770-5000Santa Barbara Botanic Gardens
sbbg.org
(805) 682-4726Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
sbmm.org
(805) 962-8404Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
sbnature.org
(805) 682-4711Santa Barbara Zoo
sbzoo.org
(805) 962-5339OTHER ACTIVITIES
Chumash Casino Resort
chumashcasino.com
(800) 248-6274Santa Barbara Bowl Concert Venue
sbbowl.com
(805) 962-7411