The trail is a combination of old roads and hiking trails (~14.5 miles for the loop option). Moderate difficulty. In Lower Santa Ynez Recreation Area. Elevation gain 2100 feet to East Camino Cielo Road. Popular for downhill mountain biking.
Off Hwy 101, 10 miles NW on Hwy 154, 4 miles E. on Paradise Road. The trailhead is on the south side of Paradise Road between Los Prietos Campground and the Ranger Station.
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