The Explore Lompoc Blog

Planning a weekend getaway for the whole family? Pack up the kids and get ready for a weekend of family fun in Lompoc! Whether it’s hiking through our enumerable scenic hiking trails, enjoying lunch together on the beach or exploring history - Lompoc has everything you need to enjoy quality ...

With our lush rolling hills and scenic beach bluffs, hiking in Lompoc is an adventure that's fun for hikers of all ages and skill levels! Whether the path leads to one of the oldest lighthouses in California or a 130-degree view of Lompoc Valley - the destinations will dazzle you, ...

Jalama Beach is a beautifully remote alcove 30 minutes from the City of Lompoc. This pristine beach nestled against rolling hills is the ideal destination for weekend warriors and day trippers alike. Here are our recommendations for the best things to do during your visit to Jalama Beach. Visit Gorgeous ...

Summer is almost here and it’s time to start planning that long-awaited summer vacation! Whether it is a day trip or a weekend getaway, Lompoc has got a jam-packed calendar of events to enhance your stay! Here are our top picks for summer events in Lompoc! EVENTS La Purisima Mission ...

Whether you're in Lompoc for business or pleasure, you will need a place to hang your hat! By making Lompoc your home base for wine tasting, golfing, sightseeing and more; you will be at the heart of everything the Central Coast has to offer! Here are five things you'll love ...

After the torrential winter rains made way for the warm California sunshine, wildflowers have begun blooming in droves. People are clamoring to get a glimpse of the amazing spectacle known as ‘super blooms’ happening all over the Golden State. Wondering where to find them and when? Well, you're in luck ...

Built in 1787 by Spanish settlers, the La Purisima Mission is the eleventh of twenty-one Spanish missions built in California. Known for the production of hides and blankets, the mission once was home to the Chumash people and Spanish settlers as well as 24,000 cattle and sheep during its prime. ...

Tucked away in the rolling hills of Lompoc lies a small, cool appellation that is home to over 59 vineyards and estate wineries producing some of the most celebrated Pinot Noirs in California, as well as noteworthy and complex Chardonnays. Many locally grown wines continue to impress with 91+ or higher ratings ...

Nestled in the middle of Lompoc near the famous Wine Ghetto is another must-go destination for wine enthusiasts.  Midtown Wineries in Lompoc is a cluster of six renowned wineries within a few blocks' radius. Home to acclaimed wineries, community-based production facilities and several stand-alone tasting rooms- Midtown is a stop ...

Live like a local and experience the best food, scenic views and fun activities in Lompoc. With so many things to do, taste and see, we created an itinerary for the perfect spring day in Lompoc so you can make the most out of your stay! Morning Start your day ...