Inspiration Point
Inspiration Point Trailhead, Inspiration Point Trailhead
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Distance
3.82 miles
Elevation Gain
1109 ft
Route Type
Out-and-Back
Features
Dog Friendly
Romantic
Family Friendly
Easy Parking
Wildlife
Scenic
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The hike to Inspiration Point will take you to a scenic viewpoint overlooking Santa Barbara and the Pacific Ocean.
Hike up the 3.5 mile trail to an unbeatable vista that will leave you smiling! This hike has a steady uphill climb from the trailhead off of Tunnel Rd into Los Padres National Forest. Keep in mind this trail can get pretty crowded on weekends, so you're best to be at the trail early in the morning or toward the end of the day (don't forget your headlamp!). Keep in mind there isn't much shade on the trail, so bring a hat and your sunscreen.
This trail is dog-friendly, but dogs must be kept on-leash.
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Amy Foss
3/9/2021
NOT in Rattlesnake Canyon (at all)
Inspiration Point can be accessed either from the Jesusita Trail (starting in San Roque Canyon) or from the Tunnel Trail (starting in Mission Canyon). ...
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Tyler Drake
7/20/2020
Scenic Santa Barbara Hike
This trail is a bit of work to get up with 800 feet of elevation gain, but that's what makes the view at the ...
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