Mesa lifestyle is truly organic and it shows with Lazy Acres being the staple grocery store. The beaches and parks are abundant. Shoreline Park is located oceanfront directly across the street from East Mesa boasting almost 15 acres of walking paths, children playgrounds, and greenery. Elings Park is situated on the top of the hill next to Alta Mesa and is home to various activities; including public tennis courts, mountain biking trails, and much much more. La Mesa Park is another hidden gem that is situated on the east side of West Mesa. The holy grail of West Mesa residents has to be the Douglas Family Preserve, formally known as the Wilcox Property. Seventy acres of undeveloped land situated atop the bluffs where residents from across Santa Barbara come to enjoy the view and walk their dogs. Arroyo Burro Beach Park situated at the west end of West Mesa, or more commonly referred to by surfers as “The Pit”, happens to be one of the most popular beaches during summer months. The Boathouse is situated right above the sand at Arroyo Burro Beach Park, offering exquisite views and fine dining for a rememberable date night. Directly across the street from Santa Barbara City College is Leadbetter beach, which is a frequent destination for college surfers. Leadbetter Beach offers its own dining experience, as customers at Shoreline Cafe have the choice of dining with their feet in the sand.