Links

Welcome to our links page. Please explore our information about access to nature, trails, projects, programs, and events. A one-page summary of our work can be seen here: https://santabarbaratrails.org/docs/what-we-do.pdf

Upcoming and Current Events

Advocate for the Proposed 6.7 Mile Trail

Santa Maria River Levee Trail The proposed Santa Maria River Levee Trail is a 6.7-mile path along the levee, connecting Guadalupe and Santa Maria. It will create new opportunities for hiking, running, biking, and other outdoor recreation along the river.

Right now, the County of Santa Barbara is studying the alignment and preparing an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the project.

The County of Santa Barbara Public Works Department is asking for feedback on whether the draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Santa Maria River Levee Trail Project is clear and complete.

  • You can share your thoughts by sending written or spoken comments to SMRLT@countyofsb.org before the public comment period ends on July 14, 2026, at 5:00 pm.

To read the draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR), please visit the following link:
https://www.countyofsb.org/4804/Santa-Maria-Levee-Trail

Without strong public support for recreation by residents of Santa Barbara County, special interest groups will prevent the trail from becoming a public pathway.

TRAILS ARE FUN SURVEY

We’d love your input through our short Six-Question Survey. By answering just a few questions, you’ll help shape the future of local trails — from the programs we focus on, to how we advocate for access to nature, environmental stewardship, and community health.

CHECK OUT OUR POST ON LinkedIn

Follow us on LinkedIn. We are adding information about our advocacy for new trails and current trail projects.

HEALTHY PEOPLE HEALTHY TRAILS

Check out the Events Calendar.  There are over 30 events sponsored by 20 organizations.

https://healthypeoplehealthytrails.org/

Fall Trail Maintenance

  • Baron Ranch Loop Trail
  • Gaviota State Park Trail Network
  • Franklin Trail in the Los Padres National Forest
  • Midland School Trail Network
  • To be notified about volunteer opportunities,  join our Outdoor Volunteers group: http://sbvolunteers.org
    Make a difference — Donate to fund trail maintenance

2026 Flagship Project

  • We are collaborating with a diverse group of stakeholders to plan, secure permits, fund, and construct miles of the California Coastal Trail on State-owned land along the Gaviota Coast. Please join us in supporting this quest. You can reach us via our contact form.

Programs