This is a noteworthy avenue to the hiking path. It takes one up to the area below La Cumbre Peak,…read moreand Seven Falls.

We hiked from the trailhead just north of the Cater Water Treatment Plant up to Inspiration Point…read moreand back. Total mileage was about 7.4 miles, and it was a great hike. A good amount of trees and shade. The trail was very pleasant on the eyes most of the way, and you start to see the views of the city and ocean on some of the switchbacks at 2.5mi and 3mi. The turn around point is Inspiration Point, and what a great place to have that sandwich you packed with you: Inspiration Point has expensive views, and the area is nice and flat. We got two hikes in, while in SB; this one and Romero Canyon. We both greatly preferred Jesusita (pronounced "Hay Sue See Ta" ) over Romero Canyon.

All Trails rates this hike as moderate by I say it's more towards hard. It is a steady steep…read moreincline for 3+ miles. All trails also says it's only 3.5 miles, that is one way! So your looking at 7 miles round trip. It's rocky but with shade the first 2 miles. After that bye bye shade and hello dry and dusty trail. You will want to wear hiking boots has it's very easy to loose gripping on the rocks and roll your ankle. I called it quits at 3 miles and went back down the trail. I was exhausted from the steady climb. I am not the most in shape person right now but I am fairly active. I just hiked 5 miles last week too. So unless you are in decent shape, be prepared to not make it all the way to the top. Bring plenty of water. As someone else said, walking through the private property portion until hitting the split off of the McMenemy trail is filled with dog poop and abandoned dog poop bags. It seems people don't take their dogs on the San Ysidro as I no longer says dog poop or bags unless they just kick it off the cliff side. On my way back down I saw a Gardner snake just off of the trail path. We started at 10:45 am and arrived back at the car at 1:42 pm.

Favorite hike in the region. Shaded, cool breeze up the ravine even though we were there in heat…read morewave during our visit. Moderate to easy hike. Loved the creek to put feet in at end and cool down with splash of water. Plenty of little critters, water striders, and other insects to entertain our kiddoes.

Great little hike I feel, great views always. I like to connect at the top and go to hot springs…read moreand loop around, good work out. Rocks, creek, waterfall, hot springs cant beat that.

This was a ~3.4 mile round trip hike that took about ~2 hours to complete. Parking is very limited…read morein this residential area. There are a few trails in the same area. Once the trail splits to Saddle Rock, then there are little to no one else on this trail. Most people seem to be going to the hot springs in a different trail. A few steep inclines to the top if you're going clockwise but not overly difficult. Plenty of nice views as you climb to the top especially of the Pacific Ocean. The remaining trail back to the parking lot was relatively easy. Short video of the hike: https://youtu.be/ggpMvI_Ytiw

Came here for the first time with my girlfriend for a morning hike and thought the 3 hour hike had…read morevery rewarding sights along the way and at the peak! People we're friendly along the way and there were a good amount of people on their bikes. The terrain is pretty rocky and at a near constant elevation increase on the way up. There is not much shade along the hike and it can be challenging so plan accordingly. Overall I think the trail is pleasantly challenging and has very beautiful scenery.

Came here on a Saturday around 8 am in September…read more There is limited parking at the top but still a good amount of spots at this time (got busier later in the day). There's a portapotty too! Even at 8 it was pretty toasty! Some of the trails are more shaded than others but you will definitely have to walk out in the open for a portion so prepare accordingly. Bring plenty of water! We hiked to Pine Peak and it was a constant incline, there are about two ways up and the shortest way has a more rapid incline. Hiking down was a breeze! Total was about 3 hours.

Love this hike, always a bit nervous of running into a mountain lion. Great hike. Start in the left…read moreside and loop around when you get to the peak. The views are beautiful going down, so worth it. 6.40 miles, know led it out in 2hours. Take water, wear pants and bring your 4x4 shoes lol.

I always enjoy a great trail and this fits for a great workout. The trails have a great mix of flat…read moreand steep and can accommodate from beginning to moderate. It's also great for a bike ride as well.

She came from out of town and said she wanted to do something fun…read more.. The conversation shifted to the hot springs in this neck of the woods... From the tone of my voice... She said I was unenthusiastic about it. But then I thought..... On our way to this place... The first thing that came off weird to me was parking.. Their isn't much parking This is about the only negative thing I have to say... I'm not an avid hiker I really don't go hiking at all In the middle of the day I was walking towards "The peak" Out of all days that could be chosen I found gold The weather was superb... Of course it had it's weird breaks (heat and sun) For the most part it was great And if you want a great experience Choose a day featuring great weather.. The hike up had lots of elevated climb to it I loved it... Their was lots to look at I didn't encounter any strange animals/ indigenous people or what have you I did see a bright blue dragon fly that seemed to follow me Wherever I went... The people along the hike we're friendly and nice We all seemed to share the same thoughts "Lost and confused " Not sure what hikes are to entail But this one would definitely called for strength, calories and hydration... You will need all that.. There was off beaten paths that led to points of scratching my head.. And in those moments I just turned around and went the way I came... While all this was happening I was reminded how far we have come along as humans How tough things were for our ancestors Just how appreciative I am for the life I have

(I am more than confused with what trail(s) are actually located here, and need to state that sadly…read moreI hadn't hiked here pre-fire and flood.) My first trip I was trying to locate Tangerine Falls, which may or may not be located on the other side of the washed out area of E. Mountain Drive. So once I turned my car around and was heading back to Olive Mill/Hot Springs Road I found a very small place to park. (NOTE: If that small area is full, you can park on Riven Rock Drive.) I began the trail, again fully thinking I was heading for Tangerine Falls. (But even today, as I check Google Maps, they call this: HOT SPRINGS CANYON TRAIL HEAD.) - so doesn't that constitute a name change? As a very beginner hiker the trail starts fast. I had boots and walking poles, which helped my footing immensely, Once I realized I had no idea where I was headed to I asked a few people for help who were on the trail, too. They informed me that now (post fire and flood) the way to access Tangerine Falls is via Gibraltar Road. Lots of dark green trees, lots of black burned trees, too. There is a place where you cross the road and then continue on the trail. After about 1/2 mile, I believe, there are 2 signs that gave direction to HOT SPRINGS trail, and I think there may have been a bridge (since washed out) where you could cross the creek to hike another trails? SEE PHOTO - Not too sure about this though, only inferring from the signs and what *looked like where a bridge may have been. I wasn't confident crossing over fallen trees and logs to cross the creek to literally "see what was on the other side". I did hike just a bit past this sign - and the trail is very narrow and drops off steep to the creek. Since I am a big newbie I turned around from there ASAP, but quite a few people flew right past me. Again, this review is from a newbie hiker. I'm in love with this place regardless and am determined to figure out what exactly is up there still and what trails a hiker has access to. (Cold? Hot? Tangerine? San Ysidro? Saddle Rock? What else?) Since I'm not a local I am putting together piece by piece on my own as I can. Apparently there are hotel ruins up higher as well? Expect more pictures ASAP! And bring water, good shoes, and maybe a trekking pole if you're a newbie like me. :)

During golden hour this afternoon, I walked along the first third or so of the San Antonio Creek…read moreTrail (20 minutes out and 20 back). As Richie D. mentions, this is not a strenuous hike. It's a (leashed) dog- and bike-friendly trail with only a small elevation gain. The pathway is mostly smooth, though there are some areas with boulders and places that would be awash in wet seasons. Scenery is lovely, and I saw birds, lizards, and bugs aplenty. At between 3pm and 3:45pm on a Monday, I only ran into a few others: some solo walkers, a couple of small groups, one person with a dog, and one on a bike. With sun setting earlier in the afternoon after Daylight Savings and the park closing at sunset, I didn't want to aim to go all the way to the other end of the path where it ends at the 154, but this is something to look forward to!

A nice easy near 3 mile out and back trail that starts around the back end of Tucker Grove park…read morenear area 5. The trail is fairly shaded and covered, the elevation gain is maybe around 300 feet total so their aren't any crazy high climbs. It's pretty much a natural trail type of hike along side the creek. Pets are allowed on leash, there is also an off leash dog park next to the trail near the entrance to area 5 by the paved road. Aside from hikers and runners the trail is also shared with mountain bikers, most of which ride will bells on to alert nearby people on the trail that they're approaching. Near the end of the trail by Hwy 154 you'll get some nice views of the mountains in the area and the coast out in the distance. Overall it's a nice relaxing local trail.

This is one of the coolest hikes I've done. The reward is a natural hot spring, which makes the…read moredestination feel truly unique and well worth the effort. The hike itself is moderate, with a constant incline and uneven terrain. The biggest challenge is navigation. The first part of the trail is straightforward and fairly enclosed, but as you get closer to the hot springs, the route becomes confusing and isn't well marked. I talked to several other hikers who also got lost before eventually finding the springs. In general, stay close to the creek and continue uphill. Eventually you'll reach a fork where the trail goes left uphill away from the creek or right toward it. Go right and cross the creek. Continue until you see the Montecito Water Company sign and begin to smell the sulfur from the hot springs. From there, you can go either left or right; walk to go left even though it doesn't seem like a path. It looks more like a rocky stream crossing than a trail, but keep going for a few more minutes and you'll reach the springs. There are several pools. The upper pools are the hottest, and the temperature gradually cools as you move downstream. Most people were wearing swimsuits when I visited, although I've heard clothing optional use isn't uncommon. Insider's tip: Bring a towel! Parking is limited. You'll have the best chance to find parking on weekdays or very early morning on the weekend.

This trail is so nice and leads to beautiful hot springs!…read more Parking is limited so get here early or come mid day during the week. The hike up to the hot springs has a lot of rocks and a bit of a steady incline, so wear closed toe shoes. You can get some beautiful views of the ocean from high up on the hike right before you take the trail to the hot springs. Breathtaking. Love the layout of the hot springs. The very top one is scorching hot!