Buena Vista and Edison Catway Trail (3 Benches)

**West portion of Park Ln is closed so meet on east side of the trailhead

No Hike if Raining

This hike begins at the Buena Vista trailhead on Park Lane, takes a right at the Romero sign goes up to the Edison Catway via a series of switchbacks to the third bench for some great views, retrace your steps to find the other the top 2 benches.

This is an out and back hike with a total distance of ~3 miles with an 850ft elevation gain.  Alltrails considers this a generally challenging route that takes about 2 hours. The hike is primarily exposed with some poison oak close to the trail so long pants are advisable along with hiking poles for the steep downward portion on the return trip. The rewards are great views and some benches to sit and have a snack. 

This is a shorter hike than normal so we can stop again for coffee and croissants at Pierre LaFond in Montecito afterwards if you'd like.

This hike is quite exposed - bring lots of water!

Trailhead Google Maps

Directions: take East Valley road. left on Lilac, left on Mariposa, left on Park Ln. There is plenty of parking close to the trailhead.

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We hope to see you there!