Gaviota Peak Fire Road
Los Padres National Forest, Santa Barbara County, CA
Out-and-back trail in Los Padres National Forest, Santa Barbara County, CA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 5.7 mi (9.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,031 ft (619 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 50 min
- High point
- 2,431 ft (741 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Gaviota Peak 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Gaviota Peak Fire Road
How long is Gaviota Peak Fire Road?
Gaviota Peak Fire Road is 5.7 mi (9.1 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 50 min. It climbs 2,031 ft (619 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,431 ft (741 m).
How hard is Gaviota Peak Fire Road?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Gaviota Peak Fire Road?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Gaviota Peak Fire Road?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Gaviota Peak Fire Road shaded?
Partly shaded (60% under trees).
What can you do on Gaviota Peak Fire Road?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Gaviota Peak Fire Road?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Gaviota Peak Fire Road
- Trespass Trail Santa Barbara County · Hard · 6.2 mi (10 km)
- Tunnel View Trail Gaviota State Park · Easy · 2.2 mi (3.5 km)
- Gaviota Peak Trail Gaviota State Park · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Yucca Trail Gaviota State Park · Moderate · 2 mi (3.2 km)
- Las Cruces Trail Gaviota State Park · Easy · 1.9 mi (3.1 km)
- Overlook Fire Road Gaviota State Park · Easy · 2 mi (3.3 km)
- Underpass Trail Gaviota State Park · Easy · 1.3 mi (2 km)
- Ortega Trail Gaviota State Park · Easy · 1.3 mi (2 km)
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