Hiking - Cold Springs Trail

When: Sat. March 18, 2006 9:30am at Bank of America parking lot. We leave at 9:40am from the B of A for the trailhead described above. We’ll hike immediately upon reaching the trailhead.

Cost: None. Bring water, and optional lunch/snacks for yourself

Description: The loop is actually a Santa Barbara Park and it’s a favorite you won’t want to miss! Thick canopies of Live Oak and Alder trees frame your view of running waterfalls and glistening pools. We’ll cross the stream a few times by stepping on uneven boulders. The basic loop is approx. 3 miles with 600 ft. elevation gain. Stunning views. Moderately strenuous hike.  [Another 500 ft. of additional elevation is an additional optional hike.] Water, snacks, sturdy shoes or hiking boots, hat, and a light jacket or pullover, is recommended. For additional info contact Rhoda Jean 683-7637, or Elaine at 964-8357 or cell 760-702-2492. Heavy rain cancels!

Directions: From the southbound exit 101 at Olive Mill Rd., turn left onto Olive Mill Rd. Go over the freeway toward the mountains. [From the northbound off-ramp, turn right onto Olive Mill Rd.] Half a mile up, you will come to a stop sign where Olive Mill turns into Hot Springs Rd. Go straight at the stop sign to continue heading north on Hot Springs Rd. Follow Hot Springs Rd. for another mile and a quarter. Turn Left onto East Mountain Dr.  Follow East Mountain Dr. as it winds around the mountain for approximately one mile. The East Cold Springs trailhead (the one we’ll be using) is on the right side of the road as your facing the mountain. You will see places to park alongside the road on either side of the trailhead. The Trailheads begin on either side of the stream ­ which crosses over the road.

Or - you can easily meet at the Bank of America Parking lot on Hope Ave. near State St. at 9:30 am. The leaders of the group will be there to great you until 9:40. Then we’ll head for the Cold Springs trailhead.

Description: The loop is actually a Santa Barbara Park and it’s a favorite you won’t want to miss! Thick canopies of Live Oak and Alder trees frame your view of running waterfalls and glistening pools. We’ll cross the stream a few times by stepping on uneven boulders. The basic loop is approx. 3 miles with 600 ft. elevation gain. Stunning views. Moderately strenuous hike.  [Another 500 ft. of additional elevation is an additional optional hike.] Water, snacks, sturdy shoes or hiking boots, hat, and a light jacket or pullover, is recommended. For additional info contact Rhoda Jean 683-7637, or Elaine at 964-8357 or cell 760-702-2492. Heavy rain cancels!