Nelson Waives Prelim
Former Dos Pueblos coach to be arraigned in December.
Year: 2007
Thinking Thankfully
Mollie takes stock and gives thanks for Isla Vista on Turkey Day.
Plaza on the Ballot?
Barney gets the scoop on fake Amber Alerts, Ellen’s new digs, and De la Guerra Plaza.
Happy Canyon/Ballard Loop
The ride along Armour Ranch down into Happy Canyon is beautiful. Dotted with valley oaks and large horse breeding ranches, it is a pleasure to ride through this area in any season.
Happy Canyon
Happy Canyon is as cheerful as its name; rolling hills and tall valley oaks lead across the lower flanks of the San Rafael Mountains into this charming canyon.
Upper Romero Trail Loop
If you like great views, you’ll love this trail. The route follows Romero Road for 1.5 miles down towards until it intersects the Romero Trail, then follows this up to the top of the mountains. Though you will have a steep hike to the crest, once there you’ll feel like you are on top of the world.
Romero Edison Road
For hikers who would like to experience the feeling of a walk along the upper edges of Montecito, where you can look down on the coastline from a lofty perch nearly 1200′ in elevation above the valley floor, the route up to the Buena Vista lookout provides just such an experience.
Old Romero Road
Closed to through traffic in the 70s, a trail everyone can enjoy: hikers; trail runners,; mountain bikers; and by horse. The grade is gentle and the views superb.
Romero Canyon Trail
A picturesque canyon with loop possibilities and great views from the crest make this a wonderful hike.
Vista del Mar Beach
Vista Del Mar provides an access point to the beach between Gaviota and San Onofre. A narrow trail leads down to the bluffs. Below is a small quarter mile long beach that has a very remote feeling to it.
