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Parma Park — East
More rugged terrain, the main eastside hike takes you to a great view point. Read story.
Parma Park — West
Beautiful Open Grasslands and Oak Woodland Make This Part of the Park a Wonderful Place for Kids
Originally owned by the Parma Family, the west part of the park is perfect for an early morning or evening hike. Read story.
The Rock Garden
A Loop Hike to Die For; Though Challenging It Leads to Unimagined Inspiration
A combination of both trail hiking and off-trail scrambling, you'll climb a fantastic ridge that leads to awe-inspiring sandstone. Read story.
Cold Springs—Middle Fork
Though not an official trail today, the Middle Fork Trail follows the historic route up to the crest and into a delightful canyon. There is even a scramble route to the crest if you've got the energy to make it that far. Read story.
Cold Springs—West Fork
Gateway to Tangerine Falls and a Water Tunnel Built in 1905
Though not a long nor well-known trail, it leads up a very pretty canyon to Gibraltar Road. A side trip along the way leads to Tangerine Falls and the upper end of the Middle Fork canyon. Read story.
Inspiration Point
Great Views and the Perfect Power Walk
Whether for an early morning or evening hike, Inspiration Point is the perfect hike. Read story.
Tangerine Falls
Best Waterfall in the Santa Barbara Area
For those who love big waterfalls and scenic spots, when the water is running, Tangerine Falls is the best. You’ll find this delicious waterfall at the end of a tantalizing scramble up a beautiful canyon. Read story.
Cold Springs Trail—East Fork
Deep and shaded by alders, the perennial creek offers scores of places to spend an afternoon. Even the name suggests something special.
Absolutely my very favorite trail. Within a few yards of your car the pools begin. Deep and shaded by alders, the perennial creek offers scores of places to spend an afternoon. Even the name suggests something special. Cold Springs represents the shortest distance you can travel to get the furthest away from Santa Barbara. Read story.
Gibraltar Road Construction Begins Today
Care Is Urged During Road Project; Delays May Occur
Construction on Gibraltar Road brings an added hazard for bicyclists. Read story.
Reptiles Return to Wheeler Gorge this Saturday
Snakes, Snakes and More Snakes Than You Can Shake a Stick At.
If your kids are curious about snakes, this Wheeler Center program is for them. Read story.
Kim’s Kite: The Eyes Have It
Meet Kim Stroud & Her Live Raptors
Learn more about birds of prey this Saturday at Wheeler Gorge Visitor Center. Read story.
Adventure on the Sisquoc
Going Lightweight in the Backcountry to Check Trail Conditions.
Ray heads into the backcountry on a trip to check trail conditions after the Zaca Fire and winter rains. Read story.
Babes in the Woods at Wheeler Gorge
Ojai Naturalist to Lead Children's Program
If you are a mom and dad with little kids in a stroller, this program at Wheeler Gorge offers one great opportunity to connect them with the outdoors. Read story.
How Many Acorns Can a Woodpecker Store?
The Answer: A Lot!
Young Fillmore resident closest guess to number of acorns a woodpecker can store. Read story.
Wheeler Center Celebrates Outdoor Day
Need a Change of Scenery? National Get Outdoors Day is Saturday.
Push the mouse aside, drop the remote, pull yourself out of the chair and give your kid a treat on Outdoor Day. Read story.
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