The Explore Lompoc Blog

Parks in Lompoc offer a tranquil oasis for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers alike. With our gentle climate and breathtaking landscapes, the Lompoc Valley boasts a myriad of beautiful parks. Explore our top parks where you can immerse yourself in the region's natural wonders and find moments of tranquility. River ...

As a laid-back, bucolic, coastal paradise, Lompoc always offers visitors an amazing place to relax, discover, and indulge. When the summer months roll around, Lompoc presents even more reasons to come stay, play, and explore. If you’re spending your summer in many other parts of California, you might endure temperatures ...

There's so much sweetness to be found in and around Lompoc and the Lompoc Valley. Flower-filled, postcard-perfect hills. Cool climates and calming breezes. Warm smiles and soft hearts. And never any shortage of sweet things to do-including watching super-sweet space launches from Vandenberg Space Force Base. So yes, there's always ...

 We are crazy about lavender and we know some many of you are too! So, today, we’re going to take you on a tour of Santa Rita Hills Lavender Farm in Lompoc California where we’ll show you how it’s grown, harvested, distilled and turned into a variety of amazing ...

Adventure lovers will find no shortage of fun activities to enjoy in our charming town! A hidden gem for adventuring, Lompoc offers a wide range of thrilling activities and breathtaking landscapes. From skydiving to surfing to visiting shipwrecks or hiking to a waterfall, there's no shortage of excitement in this ...

The super sweet time of the year is almost upon us. If you're feeling the love this Valentine's Day, head to Lompoc, California for a romantic getaway! Take a scenic drive through the beautiful flower fields, spend a cozy evening at a nearby winery sipping on local wines, indulge in ...

Lompoc is home to many treasures, pleasures, and adventures. There’s a wealth of enjoyable activities and passionate pursuits to be explored in the Lompoc Valley, and near the top of that list is wine tasting. A visit to the Lompoc Wine Trail is a must for any wine enthusiast. Lompoc ...

A new year brings new opportunities. And in Lompoc, there’s always something exciting, engaging, and new to discover and experience. From heavenly cuisine to cursed pirates. From colorful days in flower fields to electric nights in downtown Lompoc. From winemakers to trendsetters. From now through December 31, 2023, you’ll find ...

The holidays don't have to be stressful. Step into relaxing, small town holiday charm with a weekend getaway in Lompoc! Celebrate the season with an activity calendar of family-friendly activities, specialty retail shopping, or go wine tasting at one of 30+ local wine tasting venues. After the fun, kick back ...

By Jordan Fuller The City of Art & Flowers (and wine!) may not seem like the best place for a round of golf. Its name suggests more of a cultural hub, but don’t be fooled.  Lompoc may only have 2 golf courses in total, but golf enthusiasts will enjoy the ...