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The Jalama formation is separated by overlying sedimentary layers by an unconformity most everywhere it has been found, as the Paleocene is unrepresented in the fossil record in southern Santa Barbara County, and the stratigraphic sequence goes directly from the Cretaceous Jalama to Eocene units, including the Anita and Juncal Formations. [10]
Jalama Beach is a popular site for surfing, sport fishing, and beachcombing. Jalama Beach County Park is a seaside campground and park located at the mouth of Jalama Creek in Santa Barbara County, California , approximately 20 miles (32 km) southwest of Lompoc, California , off California State Route 1 .
Coastal, ocean-going communities of Native Americans have existed in the area since prehistoric times, with evidence of settlements dating back to at least ca. 8,000 B.C. [1] [3] [4] [7] During the Last Glacial Period, such communities existed on land that became submerged by rising sea levels [7] as the glaciers retreated.
9-million-year-old marine fossils found beneath California high school during construction. Caitlin McCormack. September 10, 2024 at 9:41 PM.
The fossils include unique species of fish that had never been found in the area before. The discovery is reshaping views on California geology with the possibility of extinct islands.
The preserve is in south-west Santa Barbara County, California, with 8 miles (13 km) of coastline along the Gaviota Coast and 24,000 inland acres (9,700 ha). It is adjacent to protected marine areas. [2] The land touches the south and east sides of Jalama Beach County Park.
Remote surfing spots, low-tide beach hiking (beware private property including patrolled military area) and viewing of southern sea otters are also available. Longer range SCUBA dive operations may be available. Jalama Beach County Park is the nearest coastal access to the north with Gaviota State Park the closest coastal access to the south.
California law allows public access to all land below the mean high tide line, and many surfers, divers, and fisherman access the State waters by boating or walking in from Gaviota State Park on the east and Jalama Beach County Park on the west. [4] The area is generally called "The Ranch" by surfers, divers, and fishermen. [5]