Lompoc, California, between Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo, is known for its stunning commercial flower fields. It is also home to Vandenberg Space Force Base. Tours of the base, including a walk through an underground missile silo, can be arranged through the 30th Space Wing Public Affairs office. http://www.vandenberg.af.mil.
La Purisima Mission State Historic Park, is close to Lompoc. It is the state's largest and only complete mission complex. It's beautifully restored and popular with school groups: During the school year, go early or late in the day to avoid busloads of chattering children. http://www.lapurisimamission.org.
The 50-year-old Lompoc Valley Spring Arts & Flower Festival takes place each year during the last weekend in June. http://www.lompocvalleyfestivals.com.
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