Do the Chumash live in the desert?

Answer 1

The Chumash people traditionally inhabited the coastal regions of California, particularly areas around present-day Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Ventura counties. Their environment included coastal plains, forested mountains, and the Channel Islands. While they did not primarily live in desert areas, some of their neighboring tribes may have inhabited more arid regions. The Chumash were skilled in fishing, gathering, and trading, which were suited to their coastal and island habitats.