Healthy People Healthy Trails

Sierra Club Hike - Friday Mornings
2026-01-23 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-01-30 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-20 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-02-27 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-13 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-20 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-27 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-04-03 09:30 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | SB Mission, Laguna & Los Olivos St, Santa Barbara, CA, SB Mission, Laguna & Los Olivos St, Santa Barbara, CA, CA, United States
We meet at the fountain in front of the mission at 9:30 AM in the morning for the morning hike. These hikes are on the front country trails behind Santa Barbara and Montecito. Dress appropriately with hiking boots, comfortable clothes and bring at least a liter of water in your backpack or fanny pack. Bring sunscreen and bug repellent when necessary.
The morning hike leaves at 9:30 AM SHARP and we get back between 11:30 AM and noon. There are no dogs allowed on the hikes for safety concerns. The hike is approximately 4 miles, 2 miles up and 2 miles back. These hikes are appropriate for beginners in good health. We will carpool to the hike from the mission. If you decide to ride with someone, please be kind enough to give the driver a dollar per person for their trouble and gas.
For more information, contact the leader Al Sladek at alsladek@gmail.com

Cachuma Lake Recreation Area Nature Walks
2026-01-24 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-01-31 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-02-21 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-02-28 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-07 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-14 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-21 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 11:30 | 1 Lakeview Dr. Santa Barbara, CA 93105, 1 Lakeview Dr. Santa Barbara, CA 93105, United States
Reservations are required by calling (805) 688-4515.
First come, first served. Available for ages 3 and older. No pets, please. Free to campers or free with the $10 park entrance fee for day-use visitors. There are also miles of trails for self-guided hikes within the park. Trail maps are available at the Main Gate.
Private guided walks outside of these times are also available depending upon staff availability and have a $30 group fee.

City of Carpinteria - AgeWell Walking Club
2026-01-27 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-16 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-23 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-16 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-17 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-24 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-31 09:00 - 11:00 | Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria, CA, 93103, United States
Meet, Greet & Move Your Feet!

The group meets on Tuesdays, 9 am at the Carpinteria Community Library.

For more information about the AgeWell program visit: https://carpinteriaca.gov/agewell/
Become an AgeWell member for free by signing up here: https://carpinteriaca.gov/agewell/become-a-member/

Friday Bird Walk – North Campus Open Space
2026-02-20 08:30 - 10:30 | North Campus Open Space, North Campus Open Space, United States
North Campus Open Space (formerly Ocean Meadows Golf Course) has been restored to a natural environment more like what existed on this property before the golf course was created in 1965. There are trails for public access and passive recreation. This open space is a great addition to Santa Barbara’s natural heritage, which makes our community so special. It will be preserved for the enjoyment of the local community in perpetuity.

Friday, February 20, 2026 ~ 8:30 am – 10:30 am
Target Birds:

Raptors
Herons
Egrets
Waders
& others

Directions:
From Hwy 101

Take the Glen Annie/Storke Road off-ramp
Go south (towards the ocean) on Storke Road about 0.85 miles
Turn right on Whittier Drive
Turn left into NCOS parking lot (see map)
We will meet here

Map Here – or – Google Map
Other Information:

Bring water & snack
Wear comfortable shoes
Binoculars a must (borrow ours if you need to)
Spotting scopes are useful

Trip Coordinator:

Karl Weis
Contact Karl for information or questions

Los Flores Ranch - Teen Treks - Archery & Hike
2026-02-21 09:00 - 14:00 | Los Flores Ranch, 6245 Dominion Rd., Santa Maria, CA, 93454, United States
Attention Teens! Join our trip to Los Flores Ranch, where we will enjoy hiking and learn archery! Lunch, water, and a snack will be provided.

Participants will travel by city van, departing Abel Maldonado Community Center at 9:00 AM and returning to the center at 2:00 PM.

Los Flores Ranch - BARK Ranger Program
2026-02-28 09:30 - 11:30 | Los Flores Ranch, 6245 Dominion Rd., Santa Maria, CA, 93454, United States
Come join our BARK Ranger program! Do you have a friendly dog? This program is created to educate and encourage our community to have a fun and safe experience while visiting our city parks. Together we will learn to be good dog citizens and leaders. Plan on a 1.5 mile walk with your dog, engaging activities, take the pledge and earn a BARK Ranger badge.
Dogs must be on a leash. Bring water for you and your dog. Meet at the Visitors Center

Santa Barbara Riviera Walk!
2026-03-04 09:00 - 11:30 | 2020 Alameda Padre SerraSanta Barbara, CA, 2020 Alameda Padre Serra, Santa Barbara, CA, United States
Please join the Land Trust for Santa Barbara County on Wednesday, March 4th, 2026 from 9:00am – 11:30am for a botanical and historical walk through one the city’s most iconic neighborhoods – The Riviera. This famous neighborhood that sits at a higher elevation is known for its architecture, historic landmarks, and stunning views of the city.
Participants will begin at Riviera Park, before making their way towards other landmarks. The stroll will be approximately 3-miles on mostly paved roads. We will be walking up stone steps (~160 steps) and on some dirt paseos, so please wear appropriate footwear. There is some elevation gain as this neighborhood is uphill. The walk is a combination of shaded and exposed. Bathrooms and parking are available at the meeting location. Please bring a personal supply of water. There are public bathrooms and water at the top of Franceschi Park, one of our stops.
Get outside with us! The Land Trust offers a number of free, guided public hikes and other outdoor experiences around Santa Barbara County. Join us for a volunteer day, explore beautiful places, and learn how you can support conservation work in your community!

Friday Bird Walk – Carpinteria Salt Marsh
2026-03-06 08:30 - 10:30 | North Campus Open Space, North Campus Open Space, United States
The Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park is located on the southern (eastern) end of the salt marsh. It provides views into some of the tidal wetlands in that area, as well as the area where Franklin Creek enters the marshland.

Friday, March 6, 2026 ~ 8:30 am – 10:30 am
Target Birds:

Curlew
Ducks
Teal
Egrets
Godwit
Gulls
Herons
Raptors
Killdeer
& Others

Directions:

Driving from the North on Hwy 101:
Exit Linden Avenue off ramp
Turn right and follow Linden Avenue towards the ocean

Driving From the South on Hwy 101:
Exit Casitas Pass Road off ramp (Exit 86A)
Turn left on Casitas Pass Road
Turn right on Carpinteria Avenue
Turn left on Linden Avenue towards the ocean

For All:
From Linden Avenue, turn right on Sandyland Road
At the end of Sandyland Road is the Nature Park Entrance
Park on the street we will meet at the park entrance

Map Here -or- Google Map
Other Information:

Bring water & snack
Wear comfortable shoes
Binoculars a must (borrow ours if you need to)
Spotting scopes are not to useful

Trip Coordinator:

Karl Weis
Contact Karl for information or questions

Monarch Butterfly Walk!
2026-03-21 09:00 - 11:30 | Coronado Drive Goleta, CA 93117, CA, 93117, United States
Join the Land Trust for Santa Barbara County on a casual walk through monarch butterfly habitat!
Western monarch butterflies come to Ellwood Mesa, Goleta, and other butterfly groves in coastal California, where they spend the winter between November and February each year. Learn about their life’s journey while enjoying beautiful coastal and mountain views. After visiting the eucalyptus grove, we’ll follow the footpaths through the Ellwood Mesa and learn about the coastal grasslands while keeping our eyes peeled for birds and other wildlife.
We’ll be walking on level to slightly hilly terrain. Total walking mileage for this event is 2-3 miles. No bathrooms or water are available on site. Street parking is available on Coronado Drive. Bringing a pair of binoculars is encouraged!
Coronado Butterfly Preserve, The Land Trust for Santa Barbara CountyGoleta, CA
Saturday, Mar 21 from 9 am to 11:30 am

Get outside with us! The Land Trust offers a number of free, guided public hikes and other outdoor experiences around Santa Barbara County. Join us for a volunteer day, explore beautiful places, and learn how you can support conservation work in your community!

Oso Flaco Lake Trail Hike
2026-04-01 13:00 - 14:30 | 3098 Oso Flaco Lake Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420, 3098 Oso Flaco Lake Road, Arroyo Grande, CA, 93420, United States
Healthy People Healthy Trails: Oso Flaco Lake Trail Hike
Join us for a fun and refreshing in-person hike along the beautiful Oso Flaco Lake Trail! It’s a great way to get moving, enjoy nature, and meet new friends who love the outdoors. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or just looking to explore, this event is for you.
Meet us at the Oso Flaco Lake Trailhead between 12:45 PM and 1:00 PM for check-in at our registration table and to sign our liability form. If you would like to park in the parking lot near the trailhead, parking is $5.00; otherwise, free parking is available outside of the lot.
The trail begins from the Oso Flaco Day Use Area and travels along an asphalt road roughly 0.25 miles to a bridge. The bridge, which crosses over a portion of Oso Flaco Lake, has slots in the rails designed to allow fishing.
Beyond the bridge, the trail continues for 0.5 mile along a coastal dune boardwalk and terminates at an ocean overlook. The surface is asphalt and wood. Sections of the boardwalk navigate over or through moving sand dunes that occasionally deposit sand on the boardwalk surface.
The trail is generally flat, with slopes of less than 5% and intermittent sections between 5% and 10%. Along the bridge and boardwalk, benches and educational panels invite visitors to rest and learn about the area’s native people, animals, and plants.
Accessible picnicking, parking, and vault restrooms are available at the trailhead parking lot. An additional accessible vault restroom is available roughly 0.8 miles from the trailhead parking lot. It can be accessed from the boardwalk or from a special disabled user ATV landing area and connecting walkway.
Bring your water, snacks, comfy shoes, and a smile—let’s make healthy living a group adventure!
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Organizer: Santa Barbara County Nutrition Services
