For our next group outing we’ll try a new spot: Rincon Beach County Park, at the Bates Road exit off the 101 at the south end of Carpinteria. Mid-September is peak season for migrating shorebirds, and the beach north of Rincon Point is a great place to see them. We’ll start by birding the bluff top around the parking area, then walk down the ramp to the beach and work our way along the sand. Join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 8 a.m.
— John Callender
- Location: Rincon Beach County Park, Bates Road, Carpinteria
- Date/Time: Saturday, September 19, 2026, 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
- Directions: From the 101, take the Bates Road exit and head toward the ocean. Meet in the parking area on the right, on the Carpinteria side of Bates Road (the north/west side), not the Rincon Point lot.
As always, Carpinteria Birdwatchers outings are free and open to all ages and ability levels. Hope to see you there!