Cachuma Lake Recreation Area Nature Walks
2026-07-18 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-25 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-08-01 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-08-29 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-09-05 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.

Arroyo Hondo Preserve - Nature Hike
2026-07-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-15 10:00 - 12:00 | 15550 El Camino Real, Goleta, CA 93117, 15550 El Camino Real, Goleta, CA 93117, United States
Free docent-led nature hikes are offered at 10:00 am on Saturdays of open weekends. Visitors can also hike on their own on these days. Hikes are free of charge; however, donations to support Arroyo Hondo Preserve and the Land Trust for Santa Barbara County are gratefully accepted. Everyone is welcome to visit the Preserve to hike, picnic, paint, volunteer, or research, but advance reservations are required.
Online reservations can be made here: https://www.sblandtrust.org/arroyo-hondo-preserve-reservations/
The Arroyo Hondo Preserve is located west of Santa Barbara between Refugio State Beach and Gaviota State Park. The preserve is tucked into a magnificent canyon with winding trails, creeks, shady trees, and rewarding views. All 910 acres of Arroyo Hondo are protected forever and managed by the Land Trust. Due to the sensitivity of the canyon’s resources, dogs, mountain bikes, horses, hunting, fishing, and campfires are not allowed.
Directions to the Preserve: Traveling northbound on U.S. Highway 101, the Preserve is about a 30-minute drive from downtown Santa Barbara. Approximately 4 miles past Refugio State Beach, you will see a blue “Rest Area in 7 miles” sign followed closely by a yellow warning sign about falling rocks. The entrance to Arroyo Hondo is in 1/2 mile and will be visible on the right at the bottom of the hill. Make a right-hand turn into the driveway. Come down the driveway, cross the bridge on the right, and park near the barn.
Book a Reservation
Visitors are welcome to join a 10 a.m. guided tour on Saturday or Sunday, the first and third full weekend of every month! Free online reservations are required in advance; spaces are limited.
Knowledgeable docents will lead you on a 2-hour natural history tour along Arroyo Hondo Creek. Learn about the plants and animals of the canyon as well as the fire and flood cycles that help keep the Preserve wild. View the historic Ortega Adobe, built in 1842, and once used as a stagecoach stop on the route between Lompoc and Santa Barbara. Tours are approximately 1.5 miles over mostly flat terrain, including dirt, gravel, sand, and boards crossing the creek. Free parking, bathrooms, and water are available. To protect the Preserve’s natural habitat, dogs are not allowed.
To make your weekend tour reservation, select an open date on the calendar. You will receive a confirmation email with visit details. Reservations open one month in advance.
Guided tours for community groups of 10 or more are available on a limited basis, weekdays and weekends. To learn more about scheduling, please contact Leslie Chan at lchan@sblandtrust.org.
Environmental Education field trips are offered to schools for free— our calendar is full through the end of the 2025/2026 school year, but please contact Education Coordinator Sally Isaacson at volunteer@sblandtrust.org to learn more about scheduling a future trip.

Arroyo Hondo Preserve - Nature Hike
2026-07-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-16 10:00 - 12:00 | 15550 El Camino Real, Goleta, CA 93117, 15550 El Camino Real, Goleta, CA 93117, United States
Free docent-led nature hikes are offered at 10:00 am on Sundays of open weekends. Visitors can also hike on their own on these days. Hikes are free of charge; however, donations to support Arroyo Hondo Preserve and the Land Trust for Santa Barbara County are gratefully accepted. Everyone is welcome to visit the Preserve to hike, picnic, paint, volunteer, or research, but advance reservations are required.
Online reservations can be made here: https://www.sblandtrust.org/arroyo-hondo-preserve-reservations/
The Arroyo Hondo Preserve is located west of Santa Barbara between Refugio State Beach and Gaviota State Park. The preserve is tucked into a magnificent canyon with winding trails, creeks, shady trees, and rewarding views. All 910 acres of Arroyo Hondo are protected forever and managed by the Land Trust. Due to the sensitivity of the canyon’s resources, dogs, mountain bikes, horses, hunting, fishing, and campfires are not allowed.
Directions to the Preserve: Traveling northbound on U.S. Highway 101, the Preserve is about a 30-minute drive from downtown Santa Barbara. Approximately 4 miles past Refugio State Beach, you will see a blue “Rest Area in 7 miles” sign followed closely by a yellow warning sign about falling rocks. The entrance to Arroyo Hondo is in 1/2 mile and will be visible on the right at the bottom of the hill. Make a right-hand turn into the driveway. Come down the driveway, cross the bridge on the right, and park near the barn.
Book a Reservation
Visitors are welcome to join a 10 a.m. guided tour on Saturday or Sunday, the first and third full weekend of every month! Free online reservations are required in advance; spaces are limited.
Knowledgeable docents will lead you on a 2-hour natural history tour along Arroyo Hondo Creek. Learn about the plants and animals of the canyon as well as the fire and flood cycles that help keep the Preserve wild. View the historic Ortega Adobe, built in 1842, and once used as a stagecoach stop on the route between Lompoc and Santa Barbara. Tours are approximately 1.5 miles over mostly flat terrain, including dirt, gravel, sand, and boards crossing the creek. Free parking, bathrooms, and water are available. To protect the Preserve’s natural habitat, dogs are not allowed.
To make your weekend tour reservation, select an open date on the calendar. You will receive a confirmation email with visit details. Reservations open one month in advance.
Guided tours for community groups of 10 or more are available on a limited basis, weekdays and weekends. To learn more about scheduling, please contact Leslie Chan at lchan@sblandtrust.org.
Environmental Education field trips are offered to schools for free— our calendar is full through the end of the 2025/2026 school year, but please contact Education Coordinator Sally Isaacson at volunteer@sblandtrust.org to learn more about scheduling a future trip.

City of Carpinteria - AgeWell Walking Club
2026-07-21 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-28 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-04 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-11 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-18 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-25 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-01 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/

Sierra Club Hike - Friday Mornings
2026-07-24 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-07-31 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-08-07 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-08-14 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-08-21 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-08-28 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-09-04 09:30 - 12:00 | 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

Dunes Center | Mussel Rock Community Hike
2026-07-25 11:00 - 14:00 | Rancho Guadalupe Dunes Preserve, 6999 W Main St, Guadalupe, CA, 93434, United States
Explore Mussel Rock with Us! This scenic trail will take us along the rugged coastline, where we’ll enjoy stunning ocean views, discover local wildlife, and connect with fellow nature enthusiasts. To savor this late-morning hike at its best, pack a lunch and/or a snack to enjoy at Mussel Rock!

Location: Mussel Rock
Date: Saturday, July 25th
Time: 11:00 AM
Difficulty: Moderate – sandy trails and coastal breezes ahead!

This is a perfect way to get outside, enjoy fresh air, and experience the beauty of the Central Coast.
What to bring:

Sturdy shoes
Water
Layers
Lunch and/ or snack

Ready to hit the trail? Secure your spot by registering with the link below and let’s make this an awesome day outside!
🌱 Ticket Information: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/4NPERD1J8349Y/checkout/RBB7O3TJU3XMAGFZHUIIWWXR

$5 for Members: For your convenience, we will verify that your membership is current!
$10 for Non-Members: Not a member yet? Join today for as little as $50/year and enjoy discounted event tickets, exclusive perks, and the chance to support our mission to conserve and celebrate the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes!

Los Flores Ranch - Summertime Morning Walk
2026-08-08 08:30 - 10:30 | 6271 Dominion Rd Santa Maria CA 93455, 6271 Dominion Rd Santa Maria CA 93455, United States
2-mile hike with light inclines. Dress for the weather and bring water. Meet at the visitor’s center.
REGISTER AT WWW. CITYOFSANTAMARIA. ORG/REGISTER
Location: Los Flores Ranch, 6271 Dominion Rd.
For more information, please contact the City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department at (805) 925-0951 ext. 2260

Los Flores Ranch Park is a 1,778-acre open space in the Santa Maria Valley that offers visitors an array of outdoor activities.

Botanic Garden - Senior Day
2026-08-19 10:00 - 17:00 | 1212 Mission Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, 1212 Mission Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, United States
Fresh air, open space, and the quiet beauty of California’s native plants — free Senior Days are designed with you in mind. Guests 60 and older receive free admission on select days throughout the year, made possible by the continued generosity of Welch-Ryce-Haider Funeral Chapels.
It’s a chance to spend time outside, learn something new, and take in the changing seasons across the Garden’s living collection. Come for a walk, stay for the calm, and leave feeling refreshed.
Visit this page to make your reservation. A free senior-ticket level will be available for each 2026 date to complete your reservation.
Remaining 2026 dates:

October 14, 2026
December 9, 2026

For the eighth year in a row, our generous sponsor, Welch-Ryce-Haider Funeral Chapels, is providing six free admission days to seniors 60 years of age and better in 2026. These unique days often include programming just for seniors and their guests.
Location: Garden-wide Download Garden Map
For questions about Senior Day programming:
Please call 805-682-4726, ext. 138
Remember to wear comfortable walking shoes.
Our Sponsor:

Since 1924 Welch-Ryce-Haider Funeral Chapels have been helping Santa Barbara area families celebrate life. We hope you will celebrate these special days in the Garden with your own family and friends.” – Steve Gibson

Los Flores Ranch - Partial Solar Eclipse Hike
2026-08-27 20:00 - 22:30 | 6271 Dominion Rd Santa Maria CA 93455, 6271 Dominion Rd Santa Maria CA 93455, United States
The Maximum Partial Lunar Eclipse will occur at 9:12 pm. at the end of the hike. Please participate in the guided hike that meets your fitness level. Please dress for the weather, bring water, a flashlight, a camera, and binoculars. Dogs welcome on a leash. No late arrivals, please.
REGISTER AT WWW. CITYOFSANTAMARIA. ORG/REGISTER
Location: Los Flores Ranch, 6271 Dominion Rd.
For more information, please contact the City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department at (805) 925-0951 ext. 2260

Los Flores Ranch Park is a 1,778-acre open space in the Santa Maria Valley that offers visitors an array of outdoor activities.

Dunes Center Hike @ Black Lake
2026-08-29 09:00 - 12:00 | Black Lake Ecological Area, 1156 Mesa View Dr., Arroyo Grande, 93420, United States
Join the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center for a Guided Hike with Docent Ray Segovia!
🗓️ Date: Saturday, August 29th, 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00 am
📍 Location: Black Lake, 1156 Mesa View Dr, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
🚪 Gates will be opened for ample parking.
In collaboration with The Land Conservancy, explore the breathtaking Black Lake Ecological Area in celebration of Kathleen Goddard Jones’ birthday. The Land Conservancy has owned this area since 2000 and has continuously worked to restore its natural beauty, allowing The Dunes Center to bring our community to explore local wildlife and rare and endemic plant species.
What to bring:

water
a light jacket
closed-toe shoes
a hat

Driving Instructions: Directly off of Highway 1, where Highway 1 and Randy Ln meet. Drive over the train tracks to meet the Docent who will guide you through the gate for parking.
Ready to hit the trail? Secure your spot by registering with the link below, and let’s make this an awesome day outside!
🌱 Ticket Information: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/4NPERD1J8349Y/checkout/TBAKLMFTKPWITWATIG5JTZAU

$5 for Members: For your convenience, we will verify that your membership is current!
$10 for Non-Members: Not a member yet? Join today for as little as $50/year and enjoy discounted event tickets, exclusive perks, and the chance to support our mission to conserve and celebrate the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes!
