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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]
The land touches the south and east sides of Jalama Beach County Park. History. The preserve was created in 2017 by a donation from Jack and Laura Dangermond. [3]
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 .
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LEFT: Jalama Beach is used for surfing, sport fishing, and beachcombing. RIGHT: Once a place where the Chumash people gathered seafood, the Santa Maria River estuary in the Rancho Guadalupe Dunes Preserve has become a seabird-watching site.
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.