Hot Springs Trail
Los Padres National Forest, Santa Barbara County, CA
Out-and-back trail in Los Padres National Forest, Santa Barbara County, CA. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 1.9 mi (3.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 600 ft (183 m)
- Est. Time
- 55 min
- High point
- 1,211 ft (369 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall: Hot Springs Falls 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Hot Springs Trail
How long is Hot Springs Trail?
Hot Springs Trail is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) long. Most people take about 55 min. It climbs 600 ft (183 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,211 ft (369 m).
How hard is Hot Springs Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Hot Springs Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Hot Springs Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Hot Springs Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (83% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Hot Springs Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Hot Springs Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Hot Springs Trail?
Ritchies Place, 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Montecito Village Grocery, 1 mi (1.6 km).
Is this a good week for Hot Springs Trail?
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 Hot Springs Trail
- Saddle Rock Trail Los Padres National Forest · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Ridge Trail Gould Park · Moderate · 2.4 mi (3.8 km)
- East Fork Cold Spring Trail Los Padres National Forest · Hard · 5.6 mi (9 km)
- West Fork Cold Spring Trail Los Padres National Forest · Moderate · 3.7 mi (6 km)
- Cold - Hot Springs Connector Los Padres National Forest · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.5 km)
- Girard Trail Los Padres National Forest · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Las Barrancas Trail Santa Barbara County · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.2 km)
- North Fork Cold Spring Trail Los Padres National Forest · Hard · 4.5 mi (7.2 km)
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