Backpacking / Camping in Santa Barbara, CA
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If you're looking to beat the heat with some popular swimming holes, Rock Camp/ Red Rocks is the place to be.
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Located on California’s largest island and inside a national park, this hike traverses the eastern part of Santa Cruz Island.
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This is one of the classic two day backpacking trips in the Santa Barbara area. Done as an out-and-back trek, this hike starts off winding through narrow sandstone canyons before climbing up and over a pass with views of the Los Padres mountains.
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This trip offers a taste of everything that the Santa Barbara mountains have to offer; a lush green canyon, gives way to sweeping views of the inland mountains, before descending to a quiet and secluded campground next to a creek.
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Ocean views and primitive camping make this a great place to spend a leisurely weekend.
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Carpinteria State Beacj is one of the most popular beach camping destinations in the Santa Barbara area.
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Whether you're interested in a short weekend backpacking trip fit for the whole family or you want an awesome system of mountain biking/ trail running trails, Little Pine Mountain is a great option!
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