Botanic Garden

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This short route takes you above the city to a quiet urban garden with great views and a peaceful vibe…

Riding the Ellwood Mesa

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This half-day ride is a great Goleta Grand Tour. Try it yourself – you’ll enjoy a fast, flat route with great views and little congestion…Richard Fox was in town. I’d … Read More

The Douglas Family Preserve

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Get out into nature without leaving town – this easy route will delight you and your friends as you hopscotch three city parks.Picnic appealMaking summer plans? Looking to entertain out-of-towners? … Read More

Mountain Drive Detour

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Wildflowers, green hillsides, and forever views await • Try this detour around the road closure at the Cold Spring Trailhead

Santa Ynez Valley Bicycle Tourism Summit

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4pm Wednesday May 1st • Hotel Corque • Solvang • Free • Interested in bike tourism in the Valley? Have a bicycle-facing business? If so, join us for an evening of sharing best practices learned by national experts in promoting bicycle tourism.

Casitas Overnighter

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It was cold that night and it was still cold in the morning. I was ill-prepared with my clothing gear. My plan was to start the day with hot coffee and a delicious breakfast burrito…