Route 154--San Marcos Pass Road
Places to Visit
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Cachuma Lake Recreation Area (CA)
This recreation area offers tent, yurt, and RV camping, naturalist-guided lake cruises, some of the best fishing to be found in the region, boating, hiking, picnicking, and more.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: Cachuma Lake Recreation Area is roughly at the midpoint of the byway. The area is about 20 miles north of Santa Barbara, and 20 miles east from the northern point of the byway.
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Chumash Painted Cave State Historic Park (CA)
This sandstone cave houses religious drawings by Chumash Native Americans, as well as likenesses of coastal fishermen that date back to the 1600s. Visitors should call ahead for tour information.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: The site is three miles south of the San Marcos Pass.
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Los Olivos is a charming historic town located in the Santa Ynez Valley. The area is known for its exceptional climate and exceptional wineries.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: The north end of Route 54.
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Santa Barbara is found along California's Central Coast, in the shadows of the San Marcos foothills. Santa Barbara and its residents enjoy cultural opportunities most often associated with larger communities.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: Highway 101
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Solvang is America's "Danish Capital." The city offers fine restaurants, museums of local history, and delightful Danish bakeries.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: California Route 246
