Hot Take: La Cumbre Peak is home to the best sunset I've seen on the west coast. The 7 Falls Hike is enjoyable, but you really have to take in the splendor of Santa Barbara, in all its glory, on the top of the Peak. There are some picnic tables and benches up there as well, and it's (fortunately) not very crowded at the moment. If you can get up there an hour before sundown, you'll have yourself a heck of a time. One tip: there's no gas within like 20 miles of here, so make sure you tank up before you roll up this mountain! read more

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Seven Falls is located along Mission Creek, the same creek that once provided water to the nearby Santa Barbara mission. If you visit from Dec to May you will see 7 little distinct waterfalls, all flowing into small pools, directly one after another. The waterfalls have been attracting visitors since the 1800s. The trail to reach the falls is about 3-miles out-and-back. Navigating the different trails can be a little tricky and involves multiple trails and unsigned forks so you may want to use AllTrails app as your guide. The first mile you'll walk along an uphill paved road with some really nice ocean views. After you pass a bridge and then a trail kiosk you'll take a left at the fork. After passing Mission Creek you'll take another left up a steep and rocky incline. Eventually you'll reach the point where you'll need to take a sharp right and head downhill to the canyon floor. You can use the assistance of a rope that's attached to a tree. Climbing up the first waterfall is pretty easy but the next 6 should only be attempted with caution. It's best to visit from Dec to May, preferably after a good rain. It's a popular destination so it's best to visit early on a weekday. Parking is limited. read more

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THIS TRAIL IS CLOSED DUE TO CONSTRUCTION THROUGH 10-31-20. The beginning of this trail starts at the same place where there is massive construction going on at Tunnel Rd. We drove up there on October 11th, 2020, and road construction crew turned us around saying that access to the trail was prohibited (we saw lots of other hikers get turned around as well). No doubt this is probably a wonderful trail, but don't try to get there before Nov 1 2020. read more

As if Jan 14, 2017, 7 Falls and 3 Pools is filled with water with lots of creekside rock hopping and legit rock climbing. It's a 2-2.5 hour round trip, moderately difficult hike with a rocky ascent through the creek, so prepared to bring a change of socks and shoes (I used $10 water shoes from Kmart). To get there, Enter this in Google Maps to get there: Spyglass Ridge Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 ------------------------------------------------ When you're on Mission Canyon Road, you'll have to park on the side street. There's no public parking, and be sure to be within the curb to not get towed. Once you're up there, go right of the water tower and KEEP HEADING on the FIRST LEFT at every fork on the trail until you have to cross the 2nd creek (1st one is over a wooden bridge). Once at the creek, turn right and walk along or in the creek until you get to the first pool. There's lots of poison oak on the trail so just avoid everything green :) The place is cool, to get to the 2nd pool climb on the right, there's some legit rock climbing up higher up at the 2nd big waterfall. It's deep enough to jump into the 2nd pool (not sure if the 1st pool is deep enough), and it's just a refreshing spot to hang after walking through cold water. Leave your electronics at the base. I saw a dude had to throw his phone and shirt across the 2nd pool to a friend because there's no easy way down from the 2nd pool jump spot without going in the water. And he threw his shirt into the deep end of the first pool -_- read more

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"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." -- John Muir "Not all that wander are lost." -- Unknown One of my favorite hikes in the hills above Santa Barbara. Part of the Tunnel Trail system, you can wander to your hearts continue to and fro to the Falls and beyond...all the way to the top of Inspiration Point or, on another trail, all the way till it ends near the fire damage. The hike is about 2 or 3 miles round trip with an elevation gain of about 800 ft. I prefer adding additional hikes on the surrounding trail system. Parking at the trailhead, which is located at the end of Tunnel Rd in a congested neighborhood, is limited and strict. You must park behind the white line or else they really do ticket and tow. You can get to the Falls, by hiking, from the other entrance on San Roque Rd for the Jesusita Trail. read more

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Parking along the Tunnel Road was packed in the afternoon. I asked some hikers along the way to confirm if we were on the correct trail since there were no signs. Most people were going to Inspiration Point, there were only one other family from Canada that we shared 7 Falls with. They also had a mom in there group so I figure I can do this. We came in end of Dec so the creek was mostly dried. But the bouldering was technical and adventurous fun. Would like to come back with my Keen shoes when there are pools of water. I thank God that I am still able to share these activities and memories with my family. read more

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Lovely place to view wildlife. Home to some elusive animals. On behalf of the wildlife I ask that when swimming wear non toxic sunscreen and watch out for breeding newts. Spring is the season for mating amphibians and they hang out in the pools where people often swim. Please also respect the aquatic two stripes garter snakes that often hang out in the pools. I'm writing this because not all wildlife is respected, as recently a beheaded mountain kingsnake was discovered here, one of the most elusive animals in SB county, likely killed by a human. Please leave the wildlife be and enjoy the views! read more

7 Falls Hike - Breeding pool for California newts. Please respect the wildlife and wear non toxic sunscreen while swimming. - Hiking Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Fun hike but since the actual trail doesn't actually start until after a decent trek up the hill our 12/9 yr olds were getting tired after we made it a mile and a half down the trail. A lot of personally responsible folks were wearing masks as we passed each other and the views were well worth it. read more

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I visited here on 11/8/2020. When we visited most people people parked on the residential street to the right and walked up the hill. If you're not a local and just visiting for the first time, this trail is pretty hard to find. I saw no signs for markers For the 7 falls trail. Make sure to do your research ahead of time or ask people along the way, as this trail connects to many others. We hiked for about an hour but we eventually turned around when we ran out of time. There was no sign of water yet in the lower streams. There is a long paved road that goes for awhile before you actually get to the dirt trails and it's mostly uphill. Beautiful views! Make sure you have enough time to finish the trails. read more

Took my kids age 5,6,11 on this hike. The creek was dry because no rain recently and large boulders which were hard for the kids and a lot of poison oak so beware. The kids enjoyed playing on the boulders. Worth a visit but may have to wait for a recent rain if you wanna see falls read more

(2/22/17) : after all the rain fall the river is flowing and all of the pools are full! The water is pretty cold but if you make it to the top it's refreshing to jump in as the water is so clean and clear! The past couple times I have done this hike the pools and river were dry and what water was there seemed toxic. This time the lush greenery, crystal clear waters and open blue skies made this hike definitely one to repeat! PS: saw bats flying around and getting really close to us, in the middle of the day... read more

7 Falls Hike - The pup loved the hike - Hiking Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Years ago, I've hiked Seven Falls and I clearly remembered how easily it was to get lost in the trails here. I was fortunate enough to find local hikers along the way to assist with directing me to the water pools. I vaguely recalled the trail BUT I could never forget about those beautiful, unique swimming pools which took a little bit of bouldering to get up to. It was worth every muscle in my bone to get up there... Recently, I've been around town for a business trip and was reminded about this trail that I've visited years and years ago. But this time around, I made sure to come fully equipped with knowledge to avoid getting lost again. So here's the skinny about this hiking path...there are TWO parts to this hike. One that leads to a scenic lookout point with views of SB and the Channel Islands (called the Inspiration Point) and the other path called "Seven Falls." Both trails are doable altogether if you have some spare time. Inspiration Point is about 3.5 miles RT and Seven Falls is about 2.5 miles RT. I personally, prefer the Seven Falls hike over Inspiration Point because being an LA native, we have tons of trails with similar scenic views of the city so Inspiration Point didn't really appeal to me. But let me tell you about Seven Falls...this is the trail to do if you're looking for something unique, adventurous, moderate and something that's picturesque. Directions to 7 falls: As you walk along the paved road after about a mile in, the road turns to dirt. Keep walking ahead until you reach the turnoff to Inspiration Pt. Instead of following the above to Inspiration Point, turn RIGHT and head up to a very steep trail that takes you above 7 falls and back down to a creek again. Due to this current drought, you might not be able to see the abundance of water like years ago but the bouldering aspect of this hike is still worth the visit. I personally think hiking involving some bouldering makes for an adventure. After all, life is about seeking an adventure. The name of 7 falls meant there are 7 deep series of pools but recently, you'll notice because its DRY, you'll only see a few pools. Also to note, there's a man-made rope attached to a rock where you can use to assist yourself for climbing higher. I thought that was quite fun and endearing. =D Parking - quite limited. I just parked along the side near the residential neighborhood along a dirt road. Good luck with parking, can't really give you any tips there. read more

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This is one of our regular hikes... though I guess I'm using the term 'hike' liberally. It's mostly scrambling/climbing over rocks and wading through streams. And for my boyfriend, it's an opportunity to jump around like a mountain goat. There are a couple of different ways of doing this hike, one of which takes you around the mountain and you end up at the pools at falls at the top, but we prefer the gutsy route (i.e. more dangerous and fun): upstream through the water. It is really easy to get lost on this hike, so it helps to go with someone who has done this before. It also helps to be flexible, have no fear afraid to do stuff (like climbing vertical rock walls), and be prepared to get wet! This route normally takes a good 4-5 hours round trip if you make it all the way to the pools, longer if you're bringing people who have never done it before and might be hesitant. Depending on the time of year and how much rain we've had the pools, especially the first one at the giant waterfall can get really deep and people will line up to slide down the falls into the pool. Generally this is pretty safe if the water is high. For pretty detailed directions getting there, Santa Barbara Hikes has a pretty awesome step-by-step guide: http://santabarbarahikes.com/hikes/frontcountry/3pools.shtml If you can make it up all the way past the seven falls, which are lovely and fun (especially going down), there are three very tranquil pools. This is a lovely spot to relax a bit before the excitement getting back down. My boyfriend swears up and down he's seen wild turkeys just beyond those, but no one believes him. Musts for this hike: water-appropriate shoes (we like Vibram five finger shoes, though sometimes sand will sneak in), leave your electronics at home!, and bring lots of water and substantial snacks read more

7 Falls Hike - One of the pools beyond the falls. - Hiking Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Very cool hike. Here is what I remember - There is really no parking lot to speak of so you will be trying to find a spot to park on the street in a residential neighborhood. Plan on a pre-hike to get to the trail! You take the middle road from the street up to the beginning of the trail which starts off on a paved road that winds up. After crossing a bridge, you get to a Y and begin hiking on dirt. I'm not sure where going to the right leads. I chose the one on the left, which ended up at Inspiration Point. On the way, you cross a creek and water pool. I suppose if there was water, there would be a small waterfall. Unfortunately there was none and no salamanders to be found. :( The trail is deceivingly steep and rocky in spots, but overall very manageable. Round trip from the parked car was about 5 miles. I would definitely recommend hiking shoes and wearing layers. It gets cold and damp in areas, but hot in others. Sunscreen and plenty of water is also a must. And people....PICK UP AFTER YOUR DOG. There are bags at the entrance of the trail. USE THEM! read more

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Just talked to a construction worker doing construction from October to November. He said they're moving shrubs and fixing the rocks. He said it's open weekends and holidays only and they'll be out of there if not by thanksgiving then by the end of the month! This is my to go to hike after work, before the gym, or just to relax. There's many trails it veers off to, inspiration point, cathedral peak, seven falls, and Jesusita trail. Inspiration point is to the left when you hit the creek. It's the shortest, easiest, shady, and most popular since you can see all of sb from the end of the trail. Seven falls to the right when you hit the creek follow the creek uphill. It's shady and has the natural pools (hence seven falls) including the one at the end with the water slide like rock. Cathedral peak starting point is between inspiration and seven at the creek. It's pretty long, vigorous, that goes straight up the mountain of white rocks you see as you're hiking up seven falls (I've done it twice. Takes a few hours and there's a cave towards the top where you can fit like 2-3 buses!) jesusita trail is the trail I take that shoots to the right when the pavement ends. It has no trees, it's open to get the most sun . That one seems to have no end. read more

The trail begins on a paved access road that the Edison Company uses. After a mile the road turns to dirt and you follow it just a little more toward the turnoff to Inspiration Pt. Instead of going to Inspiration Pt, you turn right and slosh your way up the creek to 7 Falls. The hike is about 3 or 4 miles round trip with an elevation gain of about 800 ft. The creek and falls are beautiful and secluded. The cold water and warm rocks are teeming with life (newts, lizards, etc). Bouldering up the creek is good fun, but be careful it can be a bit slippery/dangerous at times. If you're agile and in decent shape you'll have no trouble. read more

7 Falls Hike - The falls... (photo by Elena Z) - Hiking Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Great hike. Don't take it literally and fall 7 times like I did. I kid, I kid. 7 Falls Hike is fairly challening depending on who you're with as well as your own physical abilities. It helps to have people who have done it before otherwise you're stuck trying to figure out the best approach at any given time. If you're out of shape you may require some help. Generally speaking this is pretty safe though. The water is gone mostly so it's not that nice anymore but still makes for a fun journey. read more

This is a GREAT hike that is both scenic and challenging! Finding the 7 Falls really should not be challenging, but when I went last week there was a big arrow in white chalk pointing one direction when you reach a fork in the road to the right -- DO NOT follow it! That takes you to the top of the mountain, not the falls!! Go left for the falls. If you want to go bouldering, 7 Falls is a great place for this! My boyfriend, brother & I spent almost 3 hours (1 hour following that misleading arrow) at 7 Falls and we had a fantastic time. We had all done indoor rock climbing before, but this was the first outdoor experience! It was a challenge, but if I can do, so can you! Plus, the trail along the creek up the 7 falls are pretty overgrown and we were told there is poison oak! When in the SB area, I would definitely stop by 7 Falls again. We only made up about halfway but next time I'd like to see ALL 7 falls. read more

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We hiked to the pools yesterday and were able to jump into and swim in pool 3 even though the first two were almost dried out. The good thing about that was that one could hike completely through the creek and do some climbing! The only negative thing to say is that we found it quite difficult to find the paths and stay on them. I also lost my brown and gold earring somewhere around there. I must have lost it getting dressed again after the refreshing swim. It has great sentimental value and I would be very grateful if I were contacted should it be found. Thank you! read more

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Nice hike very close to downtown Santa Barbara. First portion of hike is a paved trail, followed by rocky, single track, with lots of switchbacks. We opted to take the trail to inspiration point, versus the waterfalls, as we were told by other hikers, the waterfalls and pools were kinda weak in terms of flow. One person stated one of the pools had "icky" water in it. "Icky" (in my mind) equates to mold and mosquitoes, which I didn't feel like dealing with. The hike to inspiration point was beautiful. Lots of interesting plants/flowers along the way, spectacular views, and we even saw a rabbit (the only wildlife, other than birds we came across). We went on a weekday, so it wasn't crowded, however, I could see this crowded trail becoming annoying on a busy weekend. read more

I wish there were more hikes around like this one! The map actually shows an incorrect starting point...you need to take Tunnel Rd all the way up to the cross street Spyglass Ridge Rd. & Owl Ridge Rd. It's all side street dirt parking & it can get packed...so you may need to park a ways before the trailhead. Starts off on a paved road with a gorgeous view of the city to the ocean! There's a lot of uphill...your legs & glutes will get a good workout! Once you get down to the stream, the easy trail ends & you'll need to climb over and around some rocks & boulders to get to the end of the 7 waterfalls. It would be best to wear shoes that can get wet or take off. And careful to avoid the poison oak...there's a lot out there. The last waterfall has a pretty deep pool where a group of guys actually plunged into from the rocks above. And for the extreme & experienced rock climbers, there is an area just to the right of that last fall where my boyfriend was able to climb up all the way under that top rock cliff. Without any equipment or help...and only in his Converse...lol! I just watched...hoping he'd make it down safe...and he did...yay! Overall this hike took between 2-3 couple hours & it was an awesomely amazing hike...will definitely come out here again next time I'm in town:D read more

7 Falls Hike - Trail entrance where Tunnel Rd meets these two cross streets - Hiking Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Great hike overall but the reason I'm leaving a review is because most other reviews and/or blogs were not specific enough as far as knowing which way 7 Falls and which way Inspiration Point actually is once at the trailhead. So we parked about a quarter mile from the closed gate (the end of the road leading to these hikes) and there is parking along the road but it is limited. There's actually a sign that says NO PARKING PAST THIS POINT and I believe it does say to park within the white line off the road. I asked several local hikers to make sure. Ok, so once you pass the iron gate, you will hike up an old paved path for about a half mile to a mile until it turns to a dirt path. Shortly you hit your first fork - stay left for inspiration point and 7 falls - not sure where the right fork takes you. Now you will shortly hit a second fork - again, stay left (right will take you up a steep short path to an overlook - not bad but inspiration point is better). Once you've taken the second left you will be on a great hike down to a brook at a low point - if you cross the brook and continue on, you will eventually reach inspiration point (scenic overlook of SB) however if you take a right and hike upstream, you will be moving toward 7 falls. Realize there is very little path and mostly figuring out how to climb upstream from one natural pool to the next. It's quite the hike. I recommend wearing good, tight fitting water shoes (when water levels are good) or sneakers/hiking shoes with good grip as you will have to navigate up large rocks and skip from boulder to boulder. We made most of the way but not to the farthest pool and waterfall as the hike got pretty tough. At this point we stopped, my girlfriend peed on a rock, and I proposed to her - true story. All in all a fun hike - round trip about 5 miles with inspiration point. read more

Seven falls/ 3 pools hike is my favorite SB hike by far! HOWEVER, I went up there yesterday 10-30-2016 and the trail gas been completely blocked off by burnt down trees. Moreover, huge boulders were falling off the mountain peaks as I crawled and climbed my way around the wreckage of trees and branches. PLEASE message me if you have observed otherwise.. Maybe I lost my way up there and took a wrong turn?! But I am pretty sure it is not possible to go up there without a machete or chainsaw lol. I didn't make it to the falls because a boulder the size of a kitchen stove fell out of the mountain peak and landed 30 feet away from me after I had ignored the little ones for a couple of miles, this was the "straw" that broke the camel's back. read more

This is the best hike!! I'm only four starring it because I get lost sometimes and the rock climbing can get pretty hard in a couple spots. It is so much fun!! It feels more adventurous than other hikes because you climb up the river bed and get to rock climb. And nature is beautiful as usual. :) Definitely recommend if you're looking for things to do in Santa Barbara. read more

7 Falls Hike - Beautiful views!! - Hiking Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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The trail is overgrown and covered with poison oak so hopping on rocks, wading thru the water and some balancing thru the creek is the best way to go. Not easy but fun and rewarding. The pools and falls are ample right now so go now to see it! read more

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DAAAYYYUUUM! Thats what I call a hike!! Or hike/rock-climbing/sliding down rocks kind of a hike.... And its like they say about McDonalds... "Im loving it" We went the wrong way first and ended up at the top where we overlooked Santa Barbara... AMAZEBALLS! the view is to die for! As we came down again we saw some people coming from where the 7th waterfall is and we started to "hike" (read rock-climb) over there.... When we came to the creek and fall, we went into the water and enjoyed the cold water... All I can say is that I love love love this place and I am already planning a trip to Santa Barbara soon to go to 7 falls again.... Please do not attempt to go there if you are out of shape because it will kill you read more

A fun hike. I wish there was more water flowing. Very little water throughout the trail. The inspiration point lookout is amazing with views all the way to the ocean. read more

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This is beautiful hike with breathtaking views of Santa Barbara! A lot of this hike is uphill so be sure to bring lots of water. read more

7 Falls Hike - Panoramic about 2 miles in - Hiking Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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The Mission Canyon area at the end of Tunnel Road features several incredible hikes, 7 Falls being one of then. You start on a paved uphill road and continue for just under a mile before reaching the trail head. From here, you have many options depending on your fitness level and aversion to risk. Take the dirt trail up for a few minutes until you see a turn off on your left hand side (it's just labeled "trail"). Follow the trail and cross the creek below. Now the fun begins. If you continue straight on the trail just after passing the creek you'll be heading toward Inspiration Point. This 3.5 mile round trip hike peaks at 1750 feet with spectacular views of the city. Hands down my absolute favorite run in the area (just did this yesterday, in fact). Depending on your uphill speed it should take about 45 minutes. Walk up the boulders along the creek and you'll eventually reach 7 Falls. As the name implies, quite a lovely waterfall and a VERY popular hike, as is Inspiration Point. You'll run into plenty of people on the weekend. If you want to go off the beaten path and prefer rougher, more challenging terrain, cross the creek, head up a few feet and look for a trail on your left hand side. You'll follow this (veering left at trail forks) all the way to Cathedral Peak which stands at about 3300 feet. The trail is primitive and steep with plenty of bouldering to keep you interested. Don't bother trying to run this as you'll be using your arms and legs to climb much of the time. It is physically demanding and definitely requires agility. Follow the trail to the second highest peak (Cathedral Peak) or continue just a ways to La Cumbre Peak (the highest in Santa Barbara). You'll need a few hours to do this. Tread carefully as missteps on some of the larger boulders can really cost you. There's a small book left by local hikers at the top of the peak to record your summit. I also hiked this one over the weekend and had a blast. read more

Instead of a hike, I'd like to call this a rock-jumping, branch-ducking, river-straddling, life-risking adventure. The hike was incredible, do-able for beginners but definitely a challenge. Be prepared to actually climb vertical rock walls. A good tip for first timers is to forget that rock climbing course you took on the rock wall at UCSB- with the safety rope, that hot instructor who's always got our back .. you know. Here, instead of falling on nice plush matting, you fall onto rocks and into rivers. So now that you've woken up to the realities of gravity, this hike is definitely a must-do. When you hit the creek, follow it UPSTREAM no matter how intimidating/impossible it looks. We almost turned back had it not been for a determined, helpful group of 7 year olds who pressured us to go on (haha.) At the top lies the 25 foot waterfall. You then have the option to slide off it (if there is enough water) or jump off it. It is quite intimidating but by the time you get up, there are so many people waiting on you that you can't back out :D Don't think that just because you've hit the waterfall, its over. You can actually climb up past the waterfall to hit the hot springs further up. NOTE, this entails more rock climbing skill if you put any value on your life. Time wise, to get to the water fall and back should take about 2-3 hours. To get to the top of the mountain (crossing the creek instead of following it upstream), add another 2 hour round trip. This is also a great hike. The way up is a lot easier than trying to get down the 70 degree incline -_- read more

They need better signage, let me rephrase that, they need signage period. There were no signs at all that said 7 Falls other than what someone had written in pen on one of the fire hazard signs. My husband and I gave up after the path became too confusing. I wasn't about to keep hiking to keep turning around because we went the wrong way. We probably did this 3 times total and I wasn't sure if the falls were dried out or not, so i decided it wasn't worth it. Maybe if we researched more and if there were signs leading us in the right direction, the trip would have been successful. Two stars for a mostly shaded hike. But unfortunately that's about it. read more

I expected a leisurely hike and had an amazing unexpected adventure! What a beautiful hike. I posted the full story with photos on my blog: http://www.shoestringadventures.com/2012/11/a-perfect-day-for-wild-goat-chase.html read more

MY FAVORITE HIKE OUT OF ALL MY HIKES SO FAR (in comparison to other hikes in Santa Barbara, San Fernando Valley and LA). Hiking, rock climbing, natural water slides, beautiful waterfalls and springs, and the feeling of accomplishment when you get to 7 Falls (and even a higher sense of accomplishment if you make it higher/farther to 3 pools). People are always nice and friendly. Some are even willing to help/guide you when climbing some rocks (ie, when you get to 7 falls, the climb between the second and third spring is the most difficult for people. You just have to find the holes and the climb is like climbing a ladder (literally)). There's also a man I met who I saw again when I went on this hike on a different day. His name's Bob Smith. He takes pictures and posts them on his flickr. He's fun to talk to and has this goal of going on this hike x amount of times in x weeks (I forgot the numbers). The first time I met him he taught my friends and I on how to jump into the first pool (of 7 falls). Please pick up after yourselves. This place is too breathtaking to trash (last time I went was the day before my graduation and I was upset to see hot cheetos crushed on the rocks of 3 pools and empty bottles floating in the spring). Thanks! read more

At Santa Barbara's Tunnel Trail/Inspiration Point/Seven Falls hiking trails, the number of hikers has surged, bringing problems of unsafe parking, dogs off leash, noise, trespassing, and trash. Hikers should observe common-sense rules: pack out what you pack in; respect the natural surroundings. This is a high-fire area. Parking is allowed only within the white painted lines at the side of the road so that fire trucks and cars can use the lanes when an evacuation is necessary. Do not block fire hydrants. Consider using Uber on busy weekends. People living below the trailhead along with their dogs, chickens, and geese enjoy the rural calm of the area. Please respect the peace and quiet of the neighborhood and the privacy of the residents. Mute your boom boxes and car radios; do not park on landscaping or driveways; keep your dogs under control at all times; do not hit fences or mailboxes. Above all, neither hikers nor their dogs may poop or pee on residents' property. There are no bathrooms and no potable water in the forest. Parking is limited and policed. Come prepared for an outdoor adventure with adequate water and plastic bags to carry out all your trash. The trails provide a wonderful outdoor experience and most users are considerate of the local property owners and of the other hikers. Please join them! read more

Been hiking to this spot and 3 Pools for years and it's always been a fun hike. You can stay on the trail or you can go off the trail and rock hop until you reach the destination. I went this past weekend 10/16/2016 and unfortunately there was not a single drop of water to my disappointment. I remember jumping 20 feet into the pool of waters and now seven falls and 3 pools is bone dry. Hike is still fun though, but don't expect any water to swim in! read more

Sweet hike. We have done it a few times, but today as we were coming up, about 5 minutes from the last deep hole that everyone swims in, there was a rattle snake sitting on a rock we walked past! It was awesome, but kind of sketchy because we didnt see him until we were right next to him. He started rattling, but then we were able to just walk away. Luckily he was up on a rock and not by our feet. Don't be intimidated by our experience though, the snake wasn't aggressive at all read more

There was no water when we went last presidents day weekend, bummer! We were still able to hike up part of the mountain though. Awesome challenge and great views. Make sure to ask other hikers for directions as we almost got lost a few times read more

The falls are dry right now but it was a fun adventure. We ended up doing the Inspiration Point hike as well. What a fun way to spend a few hours in Santa Barbara. read more