Walk Santa Barbara: City, Coast, Country

by John McKinney

“The best all-around guide to the city.”—Santa Barbara Independent
. Explore the charming and pedestrian-friendly city, walk the splendid beaches and dramatic bluffs, take a hike in the lovely canyons and foothills.

Discover the best of Santa Barbara—on foot!

Walking isn’t the only way to see Santa Barbara; it’s simply the best way. Stroll the historic downtown, walk the beaches. Hike the foothill trails.

The award-winning authors and longtime Santa Barbarans share their inside tips on experiencing the picturesque city and the lovely landscapes surrounding it with their favorite walks and hikes. No one knows the city better than popular local columnist Cheri Rae. And Trailmaster John McKinney describes his favorite hikes in the Santa Ynez Mountains, which form the backdrop to the city, and along the region’s spectacular coast.

Walk Santa Barbara has been a trusted guide for travelers and locals alike since its first publication in 1991. In this newest edition, the authors have added many walks and hikes, as well as vignettes of Santa Barbara. Experience the Santa Barbara Mission, the famed Riviera, Stearns Wharf and the harbor, East Beach, the Douglas Family Preserve, Cold Spring Canyon, Cachuma Lake, Santa Ynez Valley vineyards, and much more!

• 50 detailed maps, generously illustrated with photographs
• Packed with stories of Santa Barbara’s colorful history and unusual places
• All you need for a green, car-free vacation
• Great resource for locals, too

Reviews
“Santa Barbara’s open beaches, sagebrush canyons and side streets lined with Spanish Revival storefronts constitute a stroller’s paradise. For a guided ramble buy a copy of the excellent Walk Santa Barbara.” 
–Forbes Magazine.

“A definite must for tourists…also helpful for locals.” 
–-Santa Barbara News-Press

“The Best-All-Around Guide to the City!”
—Santa Barbara Independent

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