Updates

Analysis and Plan of Work On Monday night, December 4, 2017, the Thomas Fire began nearly 40 miles away near the town of Santa Paula. Within two days, the fire […]

Goleta Beach County Park is one of the most popular coastal access points in Santa Barbara County, welcoming more than 1.5 million visitors a year. Unlike many other beaches on […]

The Gaviota Coast, where the Santa Ynez Mountains meet the Pacific Ocean, is home to three California State Parks: El Capitán, Refugio, and Gaviota. These parks offer hiking trails with […]

Spending time outside improves our health, strengthens our connection to the land, and brings people together. Yet for many, these benefits remain out of reach. Achieving environmental justice in outdoor […]

In 2017, the Trails Council won a City of Santa Barbara competitive bid for the Parma Park Assessment and Sustainable Design Project. The Parma Park project had two main objectives. The […]

The Historic Tunnel Trail Restoration Study, prepared by Ray Ford for Trails Council and City of Santa Barbara Parks & Recreation, Los Padres National Forest & Santa Barbara County Parks […]

Exploring New Trail Routes The Santa Barbara County Trails Council was contracted by SBCAG in 2018 to prepare the Northern Santa Barbara County Interim California Coastal Trail Alignment and Improvement […]

In 1973, in partnership with over 25 organizations and agencies, the Trails Council published a landmark report outlining a proposal for a countywide connected trail system across Santa Barbara County […]

Lake Los Carneros is a significant open space in Goleta, providing essential habitat for wildlife and a valued recreational area for the community. Since the City of Goleta assumed management […]

The Trails Council published the Gaviota Coastal Trail and Access Study (Trails Study) for consideration by the community, Santa Barbara County staff and decision-makers, State agencies, and our local representatives. […]