Montecito Trails Foundation is dedicated to the preservation and maintenance of public trails in Montecito, Summerland and Carpinteria. Established in 1964, MTF is a volunteer organization funded through tax deductible membership dues and donations. MTF works in collaboration with local agencies and non-profit entities to ensure the continued use of the area's scenic trails.
Saturday April 13th 8AM -- Fixing Up the Jesusita and Tunnel Trails
California State Trails Day Community Trail Work Event "fixing up" the Jesusita and Tunnel Trails -- meet at the Rose Garden
Hosted by local Trail Advocacy groups in partnership with the Los Padres National Forest, the City of Santa Barbara and the County of Santa Barbara.
The Trails Council 2012 Anual Report
The Trails Council has just published its Annual Report, a twelve page review of accomplishments for 2012 and insight into the work we will be doing in 2013. It includes articles about our advocacy for a bluff-to trail and coastal access along the Gaviota Coast, progress on the Baron Ranch Trail to Camino Cielo, new trails at Midland School and a review of our trail planning work at Ellwood Mesa. Download a copy of the report today.
Planned fuel load reduction work in Hot Springs Canyon
The Land Trust for Santa Barbara County is cooperating with the Montecito Fire Protection District on a vegetation management project along the southern edge of our Hot Springs Canyon property.
Wilderness Hiking Speaker Series
The Montecito Public Library is hosting an exciting line up of speakers in February and March. The talks are free and are on Wednesdays from 5:00-6:30PM and are an excellent opportunity to learn more about visiting our local backcountry
Learn about the benefits of joining the Montecito Trails Foundation. Your membership includes a comprehensive trail map, quarterly newsletters, annual January meeting, annual September BBQ, monthly hikes and more!