Chumash Painted Cave State Historic Park

About Chumash Painted Cave State Historic Park

A small sandstone cave above Santa Barbara holding some of the finest surviving Chumash rock art. A touchstone of Chumash culture, viewed through a screen from the roadside.

Things to do

• 🥾 Hiking

Amenities & facilities

• 🌞 Day Use Only

Hours

Hours as published by California State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

🎒 Gear up for Chumash Painted Cave State Historic Park

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Hiking boots
• Bug spray
• Daypacks
• Trekking poles
• Sunscreen
• First aid kit
• Water bottles

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Nearby state parks

• El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
• El Capitán State Beach
• Refugio State Beach
• Carpinteria State Beach
• Gaviota State Park
• Emma Wood State Beach