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Hiking -- Rattlesnake Trail --
June 12, 2004
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The Rattlesnake Trail
I know, I know; we've done this trail before,
but it's a favorite hike, and besides,
we need to return so we can take some pictures
of a most interesting cave rock formation so that
Graduate member and geologist Malcolm Campbell
can tell us what it is!
Come and explore this "new find"
with Elden and Bob and the "regulars!
Rattlesnake Canyon Trail has beautiful views,
several stream crossings, wildflowers and a lovely meadow. It is only moderately
strenuous. Hiking boots or athletic shoes will work; we will be crossing
streams and there is elevation change.
We'll finish up in time for a late brunch on
your own, at a location we'll choose during the hike.
When and Where: Saturday June 12, at 9:00
am. From the Santa Barbara Mission, take Mission Canyon Road to Foothill
Road. Turn right on Foothill, go 0.2 miles, then turn left at the fire
station onto Mission Canyon Road. Go 0.5 miles and make a sharp right onto
Las Conoas Road (follow sign to Skofield Park). Drive 1.2 miles and park
on the right just before the stone bridge. There is a large sign at the
trailhead on the left side of the road.
Cost: None, except for the optional brunch,
on your own.
More information: From "Great Day Hikes
in Santa Barbara": Click
here
"This trail doesn't necessarily mean you will
encounter a rattlesnake! It's just the name of the canyon. One canyon over
from Tunnel Trail, this hike is also within 15 minutes of downtown. There
is almost always plenty of water in the creek, and the trail is always
shady, making this the most popular trail in Santa Barbara. It is also
relatively easy compared to just about all the other trails in the area.
It is well-maintained, gentle, and there are no mountain bikes allowed.
3.5 miles round trip."
Reservations: None, but rain cancels. Family and
friends are welcome!
Call with questions: Bob Lilley or Elden Dellanina.
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Photos by Bob Lilley | |
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Hikers included: Elden and Bob, Syd Dromgoole, Mary and Karl Stork, Laura McCormick, Mark Palmer,
Alan Anderson.
One of our favorite trails; Watch for strange patterns in the sandstone cave about halfway up the trail. We're told they are just hard spots in the stone that remained after water eroded away the rest.
Interestingly, Bob found the same patterns in stonework at Ohio University on a recent trip.
Pictures are of the front of Lin Hall (Henry Lin, father of Vietnam Memorial Architect Maya Lin, was Dean of Fine Arts at Ohio.)
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The Graduates – 2004
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