Location: Santa Barbara
Top Things to do in Santa Barbara
What to do and see in Santa Barbara, California (CA): The Best Hiking Trails
Nestled between the shrub-covered slopes of the Santa Ynez Mountains and the clear blue shores of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Barbara is California at its best. Mission Santa Barbara is an example of 18th-century religious architecture, boasting beautiful grounds and a wonderfully detailed interior. Work up an appetite with a walk through Shoreline Park, then dine above the water on Stearns Wharf. Fig trees, parks, waterfalls, and botanical gardens round out Santa Barbara’s natural beauty.
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1. Jesusita Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
This trail leads to the Seven Falls.
Reviewed By NyKaroly - Budapest, Hungary
It's a beautiful trail with a lot of things to see. Amazing scenery, with the ocean on one side and the mountains on the other side. The 500+m climbing and ~7km long trail helped overcome the jetlag.
2. Rattlesnake Canyon Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
A popular, moderate rated, multi-use trail, good for hiking, biking and horseback riding, three and a half miles round trip.
Reviewed By bewickswren - California, United States
We recently came through Santa Barbara on a road trip (stayed at the Spanish Garden Inn - excellent!). We are hikers and wanted a good day hike in the Santa Barbara mountains. This trail was fantastic - out and back, we did about 7 or 8 miles. You could go much further if you wanted. Parking was along the street at the trailhead, and the trails was mainly easy to follow. The few side trails that we encountered either linked back up to the main trail, or went to the creek. Totally recommend this hike!
3. Cabrillo Bike Path
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 265 reviews
Reviewed By LisaT503 - King City, United States
This is a great place to walk on a nice day. A lot of restaurants, shops and hotels along the way to explore. The weekend are busy and the Sunday craft market is fun to stroll through. The sunrise was beautiful to see from this area.
4. SOMA Get Fit
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Soma Get Fit is a Multi Layered Brand with the Emphasis of creating Healthy Lifestyles Soma Spa: Luxurious Spa Treatments including Massage and Facials Soma Adventures: Biking, Farmers Market Foray, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Organic Cuisine, Pilates, Polo, Private Training, Sailing, Stand Up Paddle Surfing, Tennis, Trail Running, Wine Tasting, and Yoga
5. Inspiration Point
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By X5637MFlisaa
The hike is worth it. The view is amazing at the top. The hike is rocky and steep in places. Wear good shoes with grip. Take pictures when you get to the top
