Credit: Rebecca Caraway / Noozhawk photo After years of anticipation, The Ellwood, a new restaurant at Goleta Beach, has finally opened, replacing the former Beachside Bar-Cafe. The restaurant ...

Hikers may have noticed a few changes at the Ellwood Mesa during the last 18 months as crews have been clearing trees and brush for fire prevention. The ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. GOLETA, CA, February 27, 2025 – The Ellwood Mesa Sperling Preserve celebrates a significant milestone this year—its 20th ...

that has been rehabilitated from a glorified drain into a local showpiece. The popular Elwood Beach Shack. From a prime piece of hospitality real estate overlooking Yalukit Willam Nature Reserve ...