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California
8.7 mi
Distance
2,631 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Los Padres National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Romero
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The Romero Trail is a moderately challenging out-and-back hike that climbs steadily through chaparral and oak woodland in the Santa Ynez Mountains. With nearly 2,600 feet of elevation gain over 8.65 miles, this trail offers excellent views of the surrounding ridges and valleys as you ascend into the higher elevations of the range.
Old Romero Road
~1 min drive
Strenuous 13.4-mile backcountry climb with 4,148 ft elevation gain.
Franklin
~8 min drive
Moderately steep 5.47-mile hike with 2,571 ft elevation gain near Franklin.
Caliente
~10 min drive
Short, easy hike near Caliente with minimal elevation gain.
San Ysidro
~3 min drive
Strenuous 8.94-mile climb with 3,772 ft elevation gain near San Ysidro.
Rattlesnake
~10 min drive
Steep 4.8-mile climb with 2,000 ft gain in Rattlesnake area.
Murietta
~19 min drive
Easy 1.86-mile trail with minimal elevation gain near Murrieta.
Blue Canyon
~5 min drive
Scenic 11-mile canyon loop with steady elevation gain and diverse terrain.
Gibraltar
~15 min drive
Steady moderate climb with mountain views near Santa Barbara.
Foothill
~32 min drive
Short, beginner-friendly foothill hike with gentle elevation gain.
Cold Spring
~6 min drive
Challenging 18.85-mile backcountry trek with 3,471 ft elevation gain.