Hiking in Santa Barbara, CA

Straightforward (and popular) hike that finishes with a spectacular view.

An out-and-back trail with a little bit of climbing. Nice views along the way.

This difficult, rocky hike gives those who conquer it a nice waterfall reward.

3-miles of unmarked beach trails that you can make your own. Enjoy the ocean views!

This 9-mile loop is perfect for hikers, trail runners, and mountain bikers.

This 3-mile hike, with 800-feet of elevation gain and plenty of boulder/rock scrambling, is a moderately difficult, yet really fun summer jaunt.

A short and sweet trail very close to downtown. Great for the family or for a first-time trail run.

This moderately difficult loop, featuring well-maintained trails and nice views, is scenic, lush, and worth spending some time on.

The Channel Islands are a national park comprised of five moderately sized islands off the coast of Santa Barbara, California. Santa Cruz Island is both the largest island in the park, and also the largest island in California.

Just a mile from the ocean sits a unique geological formation; the Gaviota Wind Caves. Formed by thousands of years of on-shore winds, these unique and sculptural caves have a distinctly otherworldly feel, and make for an excellent morning hike.

Lobo Canyon starts in the typical southern California desert environment before cutting down through a lush explosion of local fauna and finally ending at a tiny inlet beach.

One of the toughest - and most rewarding - hikes in Santa Barbara.

This short, flat, and easy trail is a great option for introducing the young'uns to the outdoors.

This 9-mile roundtrip is a strenuous out-and-back route with a lot of climbing and a nice waterfall along the way.

A great day trip to get up to the central coast or quaint overnight spot.