Hiking in Santa Barbara, CA

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.

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

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

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

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

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.