Ellwood Mesa Coastal Trail
9.1 • Hiking area
Trails wind through coastal sage scrub and eucalyptus groves, offering stunning ocean views and access to a butterfly habitat. The area hosts diverse wildlife including birds, snakes, and lizards, with many dogs on leash and some off leash. Paths remain uncrowded, inviting activities like hiking, biking, and birdwatching.
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Parking is available on the roadside with plenty of space.
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There are no public restrooms nearby; the closest are at Girsh Park or Albertsons.
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All trails are dog-on-leash; many dogs are off-leash in the area.
Phelps Rd &, Cannon Green Dr, Goleta, CA, United States
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