No hike if raining.  Bring plenty of water.  Met at the Mission 8 am to drive to the trailhead.

At the Gaviota Summit on Nov. 3rd

Gaviota Peak – 8 am at the Mission.  This hike has been a big hit the few times we've done it, so we're doing it again. This is a very scenic but longer hike to the 2,458 foot summit in the Santa Ynez Mountains, overlooking the Pacific coast west of Santa Barbara. Two trails form a loop: the steeper, more enclosed Gaviota Peak Trail on the way up and the slightly longer, more scenic Trespass Trail on the way down. It is a longer drive to get to the trailhead (see the carpool information below), but you won't be disappointed by the spectacular views. It is more of a workout than most of our hikes, but not crazy by any means. Length: 3.1 miles (up the Gaviota Peak Trail), 3.4 miles (down the Trespass Trail) for a total of 6.5 miles. Elevation change: 1,950 feet. We should be back a little after noon (3-3.5 hour hike).

Directions:  We will meet at the Mission at 8am and carpool to the trailhead.  If you prefer, you can drive on your own and park at the trailhead, which is about a 40 minute drive west on the 101. The parking area is off of US 101 just past the tunnel--a right exit onto Hwy 1 toward Vandenberg, then an immediate right on a (short) no name dirt road to the trail head.  There is a $2 parking fee per car, no dogs.  Use lots of sunscreen if it's a sunny day and bring a snack.

 Hike leader:  Dave Ellenberger

 Hope to see you there!