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Hiking through Central California Coast
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items Some of the most beautiful hikes on the central coast of California ⛰️ plus some great spots to grab a sandwich or burrito before the hike and some gear recommendations for items that I love. Also as always please leave these beautiful spots more bea...
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Gear
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Ventura
Carpinteria/Summerland
Montecito
Santa Barbara
Gear
I have these boots in brown and I love them ! They’re so light ! Whatever kind of shoes you wear, make sure you have traction before getting on the trails !
Hiking Shoes — Icebug – Official Webshop
This is the best merino wool intimates you’ll find for being on trail ! They have more than just intimates now which is absolutely amazing you can style yourself 💯 in Branwyn ! You’ll feel absolutely amazing if you do !
BRANWYN | Performance Innerwear: Sustainable Merino Bras ...
I love all my Cotopaxi bags ! They’re so versatile and the colors are just the best !
Cotopaxi
Apps
The All Trails App is the best app to have for hiking, camping, mountain biking & more ! ⛰️ I love that I can download maps when I’m going hiking and I know I won’t have service. I really love reading reviews of campsites before booking. It’s so ...
AllTrails: Trail Guides & Maps for Hiking, Camping, and ...
This app is so much fun ! Especially if you have kids on a hike with you. Don’t know a plant ? Snap a picture and you will most likely see what it is with this app !
iNaturalist App
Ventura
Arroyo Verde is a beautiful trail in the city of Ventura. The trails (there are multiple) travel around the outside of the community park. Beautiful & green for so much of the year it’s always a nice place to get a hike in. It’s got some good ter...
Arroyo Verde Hiking Trails
Harmon canyon provides the most stunning views of the Ventura area. If you’re lucky enough to hit the trail in spring you’ll be rewarded with an abundance of wildflowers covering the hills. There are many trails in the Harmon Canyon area to explore. ...
Harmon Canyon — Ventura Land Trust
Hiking in Ventura ? Grab yourself a burrito from Corrales ! You won’t be disappointed in their flavor ! Best in Ventura in my opinion !
Corrales
Wanting a sandwich to take on the trails with you ?! You’ve got to try Harbor Mart ! Don’t tell me your mouth isn’t already watering from these photos ! I personally love a good turkey sandwich 🥪
Harbor Mart (Portside Ventura)
Carpinteria/Summerland
Next time you find yourself in the small town of Carpinteria you must check out Franklin Trail. The trail starts at the high school and continues all the way to Los Padres Forest. The first two miles are made up of switch backs climbing the mountain-...
Franklin Trail
This trail is absolutely stunning. This trail is usually six mile loop but part of the trail is still closed so currently an out and back along the water. Beautiful water crossings when water is flowing ( depending on rainfall not every creek will ke...
Romero Canyon Trail
This is a fun little trail in the foothills behind Carpinteria/Summerland. It’s just a short little loop, it’s got as good incline- good for a workout hike. There’s a nice gazebo at the top to bring some snacks or a lunch. I’ve hike with my toddler o...
Toro Canyon Trail
Toro Canyon Ridge trail is a more difficult trail than Toro Canyon Trail is. The trail head is located off the side of the road on your way to Toro Canyon Park. It’s a moderate out and back trail that’s a little over two miles. Beautiful views of the...
Toro Canyon Ridge Trail
This is one of those little hole in the wall kind of places. Liquor store that’s got food in the back & it’s a damn good burrito ! Small menu but if you’re looking for a burrito head here !
Kim's Market
Great place to grab a sandwich and snacks or a drink before you hit the trails in Summerland ! If you’re not the type to pack your on lunch this is a go to spot
Cantwells Summerland Market
Montecito
One of the best hikes in Montecito because of this beautiful reward ! These soaks tubs are a natural hot spring that has had some human help in creating lovely pools. There’s about six little pools or so that move down the mountain and have different...
Hot Springs Canyon Trailhead
Cold Springs trail is another stunning trail in Montecito! Lots of shade on this trail and lots of water ! Not a ton of crossings you mostly hike along it but there are a couple fun crossings too ! Lots of trails connect to this trail which also make...
Cold Spring Loop
Amazing sandwiches ! This is the perfect little spot to stop and pick up lunch on your way to the trails ! Every ingredient is so flavorful
Panino Montecito
Santa Barbara
I love this hike in Santa Barbara. Beautiful views all over the trail. And I love that you can connect to other nearby trails to make a different experience each time you get out there
Inspiration Point
Parma Park is nestled in the foothills of Santa Barbara. It is such a beautiful park to picnic and enjoy the sunshine. It also has a trail that is lovely to hike. It’s not a difficult trail, but not all trails need to be. It’s about a 3 mile loop wit...
Parma Park
Hiking in Santa Barbara ?! This is your spot to grab a bomb burrito ! (Among other dishes) not too far from your journey into the mountains it’s a perfect grab
Lito's Mexican Restaurant
A great place to grab a sandwich! They have so many tasty options it’s hard to choose but you can’t go wrong here !
Three Pickles Sub & Sandwiches
Goleta
The Wind Caves at Gaviota ! These are so amazing to see ! I mean can you believe the wind created these holes in the rocks ?! This trail definitely includes some climbing to adventure into the best tunnels. Make sure your shoes have lots of traction ...
Gaviota Wind Caves
A lovely stroll through an ecological reserve. Some areas have a decent amount of sand and can be harder to traverse but a relatively easy hike 🌾
Burton Mesa Ecological Reserve Trail
Industrial Eats is just up the road from the wind caves and las cruces trail. Their food is always the most tasty ! Their menu changes from time to time but they will most definitely have something to take with you for your adventure
Industrial Eats
If you’re coming from the south on your way out to Gaviota- I would stop at south coast deli for a sandwich! They’ve been around for as long as I can remember and have such a good selection of sandwiches and salads to boot !
South Coast Deli-Patterson
Lompoc
This trail is a lovely little trail ! Lots of sand & not a lot of shade but a lot of beauty ✨ walk around La Purisima Mission, see some of the old buildings on your moderately challenging hike ! Enjoy 🌞
Water Tower Trail
This is a fun loop ! Not too challenging of a hike but lots of forks you can take to make it a different experience every time 🌱 lots of sand, lots of beautiful views ! If you’re in Lompoc, get out there ✨🌞
Burton Mesa Ecological Reserve Trail
Feeling like some authentic Mexican food after your hike ?! Head to Floriano’s ! 🌮 🌯
Floriano's Mexican Food