Coronado Butterfly Preserve

Goleta, California

Coronado Butterfly Preserve

Location: Goleta, California
Category: Wildlife Refuge

About

Overview

The Coronado Butterfly Preserve is a 9.3-acre nature preserve in Goleta that serves as an overwintering site for Monarch butterflies. It features eucalyptus groves, coastal sage scrub, and trails connecting to the Ellwood Mesa.

Top Highlights

  • Monarch Butterflies: Thousands of butterflies congregate here from November to February.
  • Nature Trails: Peaceful walking paths through diverse habitats.
  • Education: Interpretive signs explain the butterfly migration and local ecology.

Things to Do

During the winter months, it is a prime spot for viewing Monarch butterflies. Year-round, it offers a quiet place for hiking and nature observation.

Entry & Visitor Information

Open daily from sunrise to sunset. Admission is free. Dogs must be on a leash. Please stay on designated trails to protect the habitat.