Wednesday Morning Hike with Riley

Join me for a Healthy People, Healthy Trails Hike to Flores Peak
We'll start our journey at Rattlesnake Canyon and make our way up to the Meadow, where we'll turn right and head up to Gibraltar Road. The hike to the road is a bit of a challenge, with an average grade of 13%, including some steeper sections hitting over 20%. Once we reach Gibraltar Road, we'll take a left and hike about a third of a mile to the Gibraltar Rock outcropping. This is where the real adventure begins including a steep half-mile scramble with 700 feet of elevation gain to the top of Flores Peak. At the top, we'll find a stunning rock garden with plenty of picturesque spots to enjoy the view of Santa Barbara below. We'll take a break to snack and soak in the scenery before heading back down the same way we came.

Details:
Distance - 6.0mi
Ascent - 2330ft
Water crossings - EASY
Rock scrambling - SOME
Bush whacking - SOME
Maximum Grade - >30%!
Map: Flores Peak Hiking Map

Trailhead: Rattlesnake Trailhead on Las Canoas Rd
1899, 1783 Las Canoas Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Directions from Santa Barbara, take Foothill Road (Highway 192) and turn north on Mission Canyon Road towards the Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens. Turn right on Las Canoas. Continue for 1 to 1½ miles and park near a narrow bridge just before Skofield Park. Look for the trailhead sign at the creek near the park.

The group will meet at the Rattlesnake Canyon Trailhead at 7:45 AM to ensure a prompt start. Please be punctual to respect everyone's time. Please dress appropriately with hiking boots/shoes and comfortable clothes meant to get sweaty and possibly wet. We recommend 2-3L water in a backpack depending upon trail difficulty so that your hands are free to cross water or scramble up/down rocks.

Note: Rain or low attendance cancels the hike.

Group organizers assume no liability; hike at your own risk. By participating in this hike, you agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from this activity. Neither the group's leaders nor any third party will be held liable for any injury, loss, or damage. Participation is based on an "at will" basis.