No hike if raining - Bring plenty of water!

This is a Friday meetup – no need to register.

The Bill Wallace Trail offers beautiful coastal scenery as we rise above the El Capitan State Beach area.  The trail is named for a former County Supervisor Bill Wallace who made possible the purchase of the 2,500 acre ranch surrounding the trail by the Land Trust of Santa Barbara County.  The hike is out and back on a fire road approximately 4.5 miles total with 1,100 feet of elevation gain.  It is a great workout and a beautiful hike.  There is almost no shade on this hike so be prepared with a hat, water and sunscreen.  A description of the hike and directions are below.

Driving time is about 30 mins from Santa Barbara. You are welcome to organize a car pool or meet us directly at the trailhead. Dogs are welcome on the hike.  After the hike, we can stop for lunch. 

Bill Wallace Trail at El Capitan

Directions:  Highway 101 north to the El Capitan State Beach exit, but head inland rather than toward the sea. Turn left at the frontage road and drive past the El Capitan Canyon Resort to the signed entrance to the Ocean Mesa Campground. Park immediately inside on the left (dirt) or, if that is roped off, continue down just a little bit and park in the lot. You will see a Bill Wallace Trail sign there, and parking is free.  Directions

 We hope to see you there!