Hike to Inspiration Point

Amy Foss

Hike to Inspiration Point

03/09/21

Inspiration Point can be accessed either from the Jesusita Trail (starting in San Roque Canyon) or from the Tunnel Trail (starting in Mission Canyon). Rattlesnake Canyon is to the east of Mission Canyon. It is a nice hike as well, but NOT the way to get to Inspiration Point (unless you hike Rattlesnake--named after the shape of the canyon, btw, not the reptile--go all the way to the meadow, hike the Rattlesnake/Tunnel Connector, turn down the Tunnel Trail, and take the Inspiration Point/Seven Falls Jesusita connector). The actual hike to Inspiration Point is ok-ish. It is heavily traveled and a good workout, but can be very crowded, the fires have eliminated most shade, and there can be poison oak. The view is beautiful. Closed on Red Flag days. If you access it from the Tunnel Trail, pay very close attention to the parking signs and park off the pavement.

3.0

Team

Tyler Drake

Team

Hike to Inspiration Point

07/20/20

This trail is a bit of work to get up with 800 feet of elevation gain, but that's what makes the view at the top that much better! Get panoramic views of Santa Barbara and the Pacific Ocean. Make sure to bring plenty of water and a snack to enjoy at the lookout.

5.0