Iconic Tangerine Falls by Scenic Cold Spring Creek

In the context of nature, people must accept, respect and adapt. The recent rains offer an opportunity to experience something more distinctively fun and less mundane. Most trails would be quite muddy or closed. However, a beautiful place such as Cold Spring Creek In Montecito would be very explorable and exciting, by rock hopping, cliff wall climbing, or wading, or a combination. From the trailhead off E Mountain Dr, the creek leads upstream to the beautiful and iconic Tangerine Falls.

I intend to explore this beautiful place at a relaxing pace, take lunch and enjoy the views below Tangerine Falls. After that ascend a steep hillside to the boulder overlook and rock pool above Tangerine Falls.

To get a sense of the adventure, check out this documentary video from my last hike there.
https://youtu.be/FmpRvMMzZqE?si=_lXSQa1oALIXIHC1
https://youtu.be/yBhqZGFeUMY?si=UGz46gfWq5VysUqs

If you are also passionate about exploring in wild & beautiful nature, committed to health, fitness & agility, and meet the quality below by self assessment, you are welcome to join.

Mindset: adventurous yet very safety conscious, self responsible & self accountable, self reflective, continuous self improvement, intellectually curious, independent thinking, open-minded worldview, collaborative & can do attitude

Personality & Character: upright, authentic, sincere, down to earth, cheerful, pleasant to chat with, respectful, thoughtful, effective in communicating, intelligent, competent

Physical & Mental: healthy & fit for strenuous hiking & exploring adventure, mentally & emotionally sound

Ability: assess and manage risks effectively, carry on meaningful conversation

Experience & Skill: uneven & steep terrain, wilderness hiking & exploring, wet & slippery surface, rock hopping, cliff wall climbing, wading

Distance & Climb: up to 6 miles, 1500’ climb & descent

Trailhead: Cold Spring Trailhead

Liability Waiver
By RSVPing and participating in this event, you acknowledge that outdoor adventures carry risks (injury, illness, accidents, etc.) and agree that you are solely responsible for your own safety, health, wellbeing, and belongings. The organizer(s) and co-hosts are not liable for any loss, damage, or injury. By joining, you agree to the full terms and conditions.