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Lover’s Loop at Midland School Trails
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Join Us for a Healthy People Healthy Trails Hike at Midland School Trails!
Description
We’re pleased to invite you to hike Lover's Loop at Midland School Trails, hosted by the Santa Barbara County Trails Council. Over the next few weeks, our crew will be working on trail maintenance in the Midland School system, and we hope you’ll join us to both enjoy and support these beautiful paths. on our hike, we'll wind through sunny hillsides dotted with wildflowers and shaded oak groves, all with expansive views of the surrounding countryside.
Distance: ~4 miles Elevation Gain: ~750 feet Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Map: Midland School Trails Map AllTrails Link: Lover's Loop via Grass Mountain Trail
Trailhead: Figueroa Mountain Rd, Santa Ynez, CA 93460 We will meet at the trailhead kiosk. 34.74182, -120.06195
To reach the Grass Mountain Trailhead from Santa Barbara, start by taking Highway 154 north over San Marcos Pass. Continue for approximately 14.6 miles until you arrive at the town of Los Olivos, where you'll turn right onto Figueroa Mountain Road. Proceed for about 5 miles, passing Midland School on your right. The trailhead is located 1.7 miles past the school's entrance at 34.74182, -120.06195.
The group will meet at the trailhead at 10:00 AM to ensure a prompt start. Please be punctual to respect everyone's time. Please dress appropriately with hiking boots/shoes and comfortable clothes meant to get sweaty and possibly wet. We recommend 1-3L water bladder in a backpack depending upon trail difficulty so that your hands are free to cross water or scramble up/down rocks.
Note: Rain or low attendance cancels the hike.
Group organizers assume no liability; hike at your own risk. By participating in this hike, you agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from this activity. Neither the group's leaders nor any third party will be held liable for any injury, loss, or damage that may occur. Participation is based on an "at will" basis.
We’re lucky to have access to such stunning trails, but keeping them safe and accessible takes effort. Consider supporting the Santa Barbara County Trails Council by volunteering or becoming a member: Join the SB Trails Council
Or contribute to their Midland School Trail fund: Donate to the Trail Fund
Your support helps maintain and protect the beautiful outdoor spaces we love.
Sponsor
Santa Barbara County Trails Council
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