Call Tony. Look for his number among the listings below.
Ratings are based on the abilities of someone who hikes frequently. Your results may vary. Also, how one mile actually feels is relative to the weather, the condition of the trail, the steepness, having enough water, and how much you partied the night before, among other things.
Strenuous=2 liters of water or more, lots of uphill, double-digit distance and/or maybe even some difficult boulders. Likely to come home in the late afternoon.
Moderate=1 liter of water, uphill, possibly also strenuous climbs, but not double-digit mileage. Likely to come home in early-mid afternoon and feel like you really worked out.
Easy=1 liter of water, like a walk in the city, but not guaranteed to be easy if you never hike.
Mixture=hikes with more than one color are a combo of difficulty levels. You decide based on a self-assessment of your abilities, and the weather.
Sat September 20 - TEQUEPIS TRAIL: Car pool to trailhead near Cachuma Park and hike up North side of the Santa Ynez Mts. Great views out over Lake Cachuma and the Valley. Lunch on top looking over the ocean. About 11mi, moderate/strenuous. . DAVID P. 705-3025
Sun September 21 - RED ROCK TO SWIMMING HOLE: Hike to below Gibraltar Dam and relax by/in the water. Moderate 6.5 mrt. Bring swimsuit, wading shoes, lunch and water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9a.m. TONY 687-1929
Sat September 27 - BASE OF CATHEDRAL PEAK SPINE: Start at Tunnel Trailhead toward Seven Falls. Make steep climb to the base of the Cathedral Peak Spine. Moderate but difficult 3 Mile Round Trip 800 foot gain with some boulder hopping. Bring water and snack or lunch. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. Robert 685-1283
Sun September 28 - LA CUMBRE PEAK: Beautiful views from the highest peak on the front range. Strenuous 11 mrt. Bring lunch and plenty of water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. JIM 447-1876/644-6934
Sun September 28 - NAPLES BEACH: Hike along the beach from the public access at the Bacara Resort to the bluffs on the Gaviota coast Naples property. A joint hike with the Sierra Club and the Naples Coalition. The hike will leave from the Public Access parking lot at Haskell's Beach adjoining the Bacara Resort at 2:00 PM sharp. The walk is about 2 miles one way and crosses a rocky point that will be mostly dry on this day due to a minus low tide. Allow three hours to leisurely complete the walk. Bring a pair of old beach shoes (for the rocky point crossing and the occasional beach tar), layered warm clothing, and any water or snacks needed for the walk. Kristen Hoye 805-452-5936
Sat October 4 GOLETA BEACH/MORE MESA: Hike along the beach at low tide and then up onto More Mesa, looping around. Easy 4-5 mile. Bring water and a snack. Meet behind B of A on upper State Street at Hope Ave. at 9am. VICKI 563-4850
Sun October 5 - SAN YSIDRO - McMENEMY TRAIL LOOP: Well start on the San Ysidro trail, transition to a fire road, then loop back by Bud Girard Trail to starting point. Moderate 4 mrt. Bring lunch and water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. GERRY 964-5411
Sat October 11 - THREE POOLS BEYOND SEVEN FALLS: Primitive trail, some rock climbing. Bring swimsuit. Difficult but short 5 mrt. Bring lunch and water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. TONY 687-1929
Sun October 12 - SAN YSIDRO TO E. CAMINO CIELO: Fairly strenuous hike up to E. Camino Cielo for lunch. Great views of the back country and the coastline. Hike along creek for part of trip. Strenuous 9 mrt. Bring lunch and plenty of water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. JIM 447-1876/644-6934
Sat October 18- CANINE HIKE: Moderate hike up hill along Romero Creek, mostly shaded trail, for 2 miles then back along old road. Total distance about 6 miles, gain about 1500 feet. Well behaved dogs welcome and encouraged. Dogs must be on leash. Bring lunch and plenty of water for you and your canine companion. Meet at B of A parking lot at 9:00 a.m. Hike limited to ten dogs - please call to reserve your dog's space. SALLY 689-7820
Sun October 19 - GUADALUPE DUNES: Car pool to Guadalupe Dunes Beach Park north of Vandenberg. Walk over impressive dune area, then loop back along beach. Long drive and moderate 8 mrt walk. Optional swim. Bring swimsuit, old shoes, lunch, and plenty of water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. DAVE 563-4850
Sat October 25 - MONTECITO PEAK: Hike up to a steep peak for a panoramic view of the South Coast. Strenuous 7.5 mrt. Bring lunch and lots of water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. PAUL 964-9002
Sun October 26 - PAUPER'S GRAVEYARD: Join us for a Halloween stroll along El Sueno Rd. up to a little known graveyard on a hill above Cathedral Oaks Rd. Children welcome, bring water and a snack. Slow paced, 2-3 mile hike. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. KEITH 965-9953
Sat November 1 - RATTLESNAKE TRAIL: Hike up a wooded canyon with scenic views to Gibraltar Rock. Moderate 5.5 mrt. Bring a snack and water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. TONY 687-1929
Sun November 2 - ROCKY PINE RIDGE - SHORT ROUTE: From Camino Cielo, hike into this wonderful pine tree/rock region and skirt along the ridge line. Short, moderate morning hike, 4-5 mrt. Bring water and lunch. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9AM. ROBERT 685-1283
Sat November 8 - MONTECITO SUMMERLAND/ ORTEGA HILL TRAIL LOOP: Rediscover several of Montecitos neighborhood roads and trails. An easy-moderate 4.5 mrt mostly on back roads. We will start this loop hike from the Greenwell Preserve back of Summerland. Well hike up Greenwell Ave. to Ortega Ridge Rd., then take a back door into Summerland via the Ortega Ridge Ranch connector trail. Passing thru Summerland, well have a light lunch near the QAD plant. After lunch, well continue on the Ortega Hill Trail, then return via the Coffin Family and Summerland trails. Bring a light lunch and water. Meet at 9am in the parking lot of the Bank of America on upper State St. (corner of State & Hope Ave). GERRY 964-5411
Sun November 9 - DEVEREUX POINT: Stroll slowly exploring around this creek area to the shoreline. Slow paced 3 miles or so round trip. Children welcome, bring water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. KEITH 965-9953
Sat November 15 - PLAYGROUND: Explore the labyrinth of boulders forming a natural playground off West Camino Cielo. Some rock scrambling and agility required. Always a new route! Bring lunch and plenty of water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9AM. ROBERT 685-1283
Sun November 16 - MATILIJA CREEK: Moderate to strenuous 8 mrt hike up Matilija Creek to double waterfall for lunch and swimming (temperature permitting). Many creek crossings, and some boulder hopping. Wear hiking boots, hat, and bring water shoes - we may get wet. Bring water and lunch. Meet 9 a.m. Ventura carpool lot (Seaward and Harbor between Washington Mutual and Carrows). Jim 805-447-1876/644-6934
Sat November 22 - MONO TO GROTTO: Hike up Cold Spring trail from Mono Campground to a small grotto then back down and over to Little Caliente hot spring. Moderate hike that will take all day because of hot spring and drive. Long drive to trailhead. Bring lunch and water. Meet behind the Bank of America on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. DIANE 687-1929.
Sun November 23 - UCSB LAGOON: Stroll for an hour or so around the Lagoon and over the Bluffs at the University. Children welcome, bring water, slow paced 3 miles or so. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. DAVID P. 705-3025
Sat November 29 - ULTIMATE HIKE: Very strenuous 17.5 mile hike. This up-and-down (5000') hike covers parts of 9 different trails on the front range. This is a fast paced hike for experienced, conditioned hikers only. Plan for an all day trip. Wear good hiking shoes, bring lunch and plenty of water. Contact the hike leader for details. PAUL 964-9002
Sun November 30 - TEQUEPIS: Hike up to West Camino Cielo from Santa Ynez Valley. Views of Cachuma Lake and the Pacific Ocean. Moderate-strenuous 8 mrt. Bring lunch and plenty of water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9a.m. TONY 687-1929
Sat December 6 - MISTLETOE HIKE: Collect some mistletoe on this stroll in a wooded mountain area. Children with supervision welcome. Easy 4 mrt. Bring lunch and water. Meet behind the Bank of America on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. VICKI 563-4850
Sun December 7 - SWEETWATER TRAIL: A hike from the Bradbury Dam lookout to the Lake Cachuma County Park. We'll explore a portion of the park before retracing our steps. Easy 5mrt. Bring a light lunch and water. Meet behind the Bank of America on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. If you are coming from north of Santa Barbara, you can meet us at the trailhead. Call for instructions. GERRY 964-5411
Sat December 13 - MISSION RIDGE: Hike from Tunnel Trail up to near the Rattlesnake Connector and then up a primitive trail to the top of a ridge. Return via Edison Road trail. Primitive trail, steep at times and some boulder hopping. Moderately strenuous 6 mrt. Bring lunch and plenty of water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. ROBERT 685-1283
Sun December 14 - EAST FORK SANTA PAULA CREEK: Strenuous 10 - 14 mrt hike up the East Fork of Santa Paula Creek. A lot of boulder hopping and creek crossings. Wear hiking boots, hat, and bring water shoes - we may get wet. Depending on our speed, we'll try to make it to Cienega Camp for lunch. Meet 8 a.m. Ventura carpool lot (Seaward and Harbor between Washington Mutual and Carrows). Jim 805-447-1876/644-6934 (note early start time).
Sat December 20 - SAN YSIDRO FIVE TRAILS: Hike up San Ysidro, over to Cold Springs, down to Hot Springs and the bamboo tunnel of doom and then down the Bud Girard and McMenemy trails. Moderate six mrt. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. DIANE 687-1929
Sun December 21 - PICNIC AT KNAPP'S CASTLE: Enjoy a breathtaking mountain sunset at the site of remains of old lodge. Bring food and drink to share. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 4pm. Call for details. TONY 687-1929
Sat December 27 - RATTLESNAKE TRAIL - MISSION RIDGE LOOP: Hike up Rattlesnake Trail and the connector to Tunnel Trail. Then onto an old primitive trail to Mission Ridge and back to Rattlesnake. Steep at times but fun. Strenuous 8 mrt. Bring lunch and water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. TONY 687-1929
Sun December 28 - BUTTERFLY HIKE: Walk on a beach and across an open field in the Ellwood area to see the winter home of the Monarch Butterflies. Children with supervision welcome. Easy 4 mrt. Bring lunch and water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9 am. DAVE 563-4850
Sat January 3 - JESUSITA TRAIL TO INSPIRATION POINT: Walk through woods and meadows to a scenic view point. Moderate-strenuous 7 mrt. Bring lunch and water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. DIANE 687-1929
Sun January 4 - LIZARD'S MOUTH CLEANUP: Have fun exploring while making this popular spot a bit cleaner! Beautiful rock formations and wind caves are a pleasure to enjoy and restore! Short Easy hike with some boulder hopping. Bring a snack and water. Gloves and trash bags will be provided. Rain cancels. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. ROBERT 685-1283
Sat January 10 - BEACH TO GAVIOTA PASS: 4 mrt hike from near Gaviota Beach to an overlook above Gaviota Pass. Steep in places, 800' gain, moderate. Trail may be brushy in places, so long pants recommended. Bring water and a light lunch. Meet behind the Bank of America on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. If you are coming from north of Santa Barbara, you can meet us at the trailhead. Call for instructions. GERRY 964-5411
Sun. January 11 - DIVIDE PEAK: Joint hike with the Santa Barbara group. We'll hike to Divide Peak together. Strenuous 12 mrt hike from Matilija trailhead to Divide Peak with great views of Ojai and Lake Casitas. On a clear day, all 8 Channel Islands are visible. Wear lug-soled shoes, bring water, food. Meet 7:30 a.m. at Ventura carpool lot (Seaward and Harbor between Washington Mutual and Carrows). JIM 447-1876/644-6934 (note early start time).
Sat January 17 - RATTLESNAKE TRAIL LOOP: Hike up a wooded canyon with scenic views to a large meadow. Return down an alternate shaded route past an old homestead and water trough. Bring lunch and water. Moderate 3-4 mrt. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. TONY 687-1929
Sun January 18 - URBAN HIKE TO FRANCHESCI PARK: Start near the Mission, walk through the Riviera, then up the "1000 steps" to a great view of the city and harbor. Return via Las Tunas Rd. Some steep sections. Moderate 4 mrt. Bring water and a snack. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. KEITH 965-9953
Sat January 24 - SAN YSIDRO TO E. CAMINO CIELO: Fairly strenuous hike up to E. Camino Cielo for lunch. Great views of the back country and the coastline. Hike along creek for part of trip. Strenuous 9 mrt. Bring lunch and plenty of water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. CHRISTINE 963-2347
Sun January 25 - ROMERO CANYON TO BUENA VISTA BENCH: Short but steep 3MRT morning walk to hidden bench. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9AM. ROBERT 685-1283
Sat January 31 - INSPIRATION POINT: Hike up Tunnel Rd., then by trail to a point with beautiful views of the coast and mountains. Easy 3.5 mrt. Bring lunch and water. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. DAVID P. 705-3025
Sun February 1 - EL CAPITAN TO REFUGIO BEACH: Car pool to El Capitan and walk to Refugio Beach or beyond. Well walk on the beach or on the path depending on the tide. Easy 6 to 8 mrt. Bring old shoes, lunch, and water. Share parking fee. Meet behind B of A on upper State St. at Hope Ave. at 9am. CHRISTINE 963-2347
Sat February 7 - Lake Los Carneros Loop: 3 mrt easy hike in N. Goleta neighborhoods. We'll start at the lake, then north on roads to Stow Grove, looping back via the San Pedro Creek trail and quiet roads. Bring water and a snack. Meet at 9am in the parking lot of the Bank of America on upper State St. (corner of State & Hope Ave). GERRY 964-5411
Sun February 8 - TEA GARDEN HISTORICAL EXPLORATION: An easy, moderate or strenuous hike up to the top ridges of this old Montecito estate and looping back down Chelham Canyon. About 2, 4 or 5 mrt and 500, 700' or 1350' altitude gain, respectively, whichever is chosen. Meet either at the old gatehouse (680 East Mountain Drive at Cold Springs Junction) or at the B of A on upper State St. at 9am. KEITH 965-9953
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