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Gaviota Wind Caves Hike to Gaviota Pass Overlook!
Gaviota Wind Caves, 1595 US-101, Goleta, CA, USGAVIOTA CAVES HIKE TO OVERLOOK!
WHERE: DIRECTIONS TO TRAILHEAD:
Here is a Google satellite view of the location where we will meet to start the hike. This is the start of Hollister Ranch Road near Gaviota State Beach. Just before you would enter Gaviota State Beach, you make a sharp turn to the right and the parking lot is just at the top of that short hill.
https://goo.gl/maps/VameraMRUfdqirHVA
WHEN: Meet at the TRAILHEAD at 10:30AM on Sunday January 25
WHAT: We will hike up about 500 feet from near Gaviota State Beach and explore the caves and wind tunnels in the ridges above. We will visit the main Wind Cave. Then continue on the trail all the way out to the antenna and overlook above Gaviota Pass. See the photo above!
This route is about 5-6 miles round trip. It is mostly on trails, but there is a scramble to get up to the main wind cave. Some agility required.
Here are photos from when I last led this in 2022!
https://swt.org/hikesierra/gaviotacaves-2022-0514/
BRING: Please note! The connector over to the Lookout fire road is often overgrown. So... I strongly recommend wearing lightweight long pants! Bring at least a liter of water and something to eat.
CARPOOLS? We will meet at the Gaviota Caves Trailhead at 10:30AM. However, those who want to carpool can meet at the fountain in front of the Mission at 9:45AM. It will take about 40 minutes to drive from there to the trailhead. NOTE: I will not be at the Mission! I will meet you at the trailhead!
NOTE: NO DOGS, PLEASE!
LIABILITY WAIVER! This event is listed by the Humanist Society, but is not sponsored by the Humanist Society.
Each participant accepts responsibility for making their own determinations for their own safety, conduct and well being. Participants recognize that possible hazards attend outdoor activities and agree to participate solely at their own risk.
This is just a bunch of outdoors enthusiasts enjoying nature together!5 attendees
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