Top rated Hiking areas in Santa Barbara County

Experience the best that Santa Barbara County has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 13 places from Hiking area category.

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Lizards Mouth Rock
Tourist attraction
πŸ‘πŸ‘ If you enjoy exploring around rocks, in small caves, rock scrambling or rock climbing, this park is always worth a visit. You can spend all day hiking and bouldering until your heart is content, and for serious climbers, there are multiple locations for belaying, rappelling, and some free climbing....
4.80 (415 reviews)
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Point Sal Trail
Hiking area
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Every time I hike this trail it looks different. I truly love it. It’s not an easy hike. I would not recommend for children under 10. Its however a great path. Paved and gorgeous views.
4.80 (164 reviews)
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Scorpion Ranch
Ranch
πŸ‘πŸ‘ I went by myself. A one day trip, the boat ride was lovely. When I got there, the sheriff with talk with the whole group. After that we are to our own. I went hiking and exploring to two different spots. I walk fast so I was able to reach both places. It's a really nice island. Perfect for pictures....
4.80 (124 reviews)
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Grass Mountain Trail head
Hiking area
4.80 (59 reviews)
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North Campus Open Space
Hiking area
πŸ‘ It’s a nice place for jogging and having a stroll. You can see ducks and some small animals here! This place is natural and environment friendly.
4.80 (34 reviews)
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Rattlesnake Canyon Park
Hiking area
Miles of wooded canyon trails for hikers only (bikes prohibited) with creek access & scenic views.
4.70 (191 reviews)
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Inspiration Point
Hiking area
πŸ‘πŸ‘ If you never have been to a hike make Inspiration Point your 1st one, you won't regret it😊 No other place you will find such beautiful views, if you ever visit Santa Barbara, put this hike on your list πŸ‘β€
4.70 (185 reviews)
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Gaviota Wind Caves
Hiking area
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Amazing short hike with caves carved in sandstone. We hiked to the caves from the bottom parking lot which is next to the state park at the beach. It makes a 2.5 miles out and back. For free parking don't enter the state park. 100 feet before the entrance take a right and stop by the green gate
4.70 (55 reviews)
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Gould Park
Hiking area
πŸ‘ It's a good hiking trail. With a loop
4.70 (33 reviews)
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Inspiration Point Trailhead
Hiking area
πŸ‘πŸ‘ A nice hike through a mostly sunny path. Bring a hat, wear sunscreen if the plan is to stay all afternoon. The parking is to the side of the road in an affluent neighborhood just right before the trail, so expect to walk a bit to the trail head. A marvelous panorama view of all of Santa Barbara is j...
4.60 (406 reviews)
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Seven Falls
Tourist attraction
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Fairly easy to moderate hike if you begin immediately to the right as soon as you see the creeks at entrance. You can either go up the creek or follow a tiny trail alongside it. Not much water but the sight is beautiful. You can then go up the steep climb using a rope for other interesting trails to...
4.50 (146 reviews)
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Gaviota Peak Trailhead
Hiking area
4.40 (159 reviews)
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Montecito Hot Springs
Hiking area
4.40 (52 reviews)
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