Santa Barbara Trail Work Series presented by Runners for Public Lands and the Los Padres Forest Association

Help prepare the trails for the legendary Santa Barbara 9 Trails race!

Parking can be a little challenging - please carpool! Trailhead where volunteers will park is located here (34.464880, -119.712808).

Schedule: Once we’re all together; we'll have a brief welcome, educational session and a safety talk to go over the plan for the day, distribute the tools and then start up the trail. Expect to hike 3 miles round trip.

Project Description: We’ll break into teams and the work will consist of brushing. While there is some shade, it’s mostly south-facing exposure so plan on being in the sun. Please bring water, snacks, and lunch as we’ll plan on working until 1 pm or so and then heading back down to the trailhead.

Stay tuned for more information about a run before or after this trail work event! If a run is planned the route will be provided on the Runners for Public Land Ventura Santa Barbara Strava Club Page.

Trail work refreshments will be provided as well as some RPL swag and giveaways from our sponsor nomadix, GU and Athletic Brewing!

Recommended items for trail work:
- Closed toed shoes are required
- Long sleeves and pants
- Hat
- Sunglasses/Eye protection
- Work gloves (if you have them)
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Personal snacks/ Food (especially if you have food sensitivities)
- Pack Layers as it will be sold in the morning.

Location to Meet: Romero Canyon Trailhead 34°27'10.5"N 119°35'26.4"W

*Note: This trail work project is approved and permitted under the volunteer service agreement between the USFS, the Los Padres Forest Association, and Runners for Public Lands. The USFS may require that we change the location or cancel this event for any reason, especially if weather or hazardous conditions exist. Should a change of plans be necessary we will inform all participants as soon as possible. The Runners for Public Lands Ventura/ Santa Barbara Strava Club Page is the best place to see these updates.

This project will include tread work.

Trailhead where volunteers will park is (34.471102, -120.115147). Distance covered will be up to 8 miles round trip.

Stay tuned for more information about a run in conjunction with this trail work event! If a run is planned the route will be provided on the Runners for Public Land Ventura/SB Strava Club Page.

Trail work refreshments will be provided as well as some RPL swag and giveaways from our sponsors!

Recommended items for trail work:
- Close-toed shoes
- Long sleeves and pants
- Hat
- Sunglasses/Eye protection
- Work gloves (if you have them)
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Personal snacks/ Food (especially if you have food sensitivities)
- Pack Layers as it will be sold in the morning.

Volunteers will meet at the First Crossing Day Use Area (34.545739, -119.778862). RPL Ambassadors will coordinate with getting volunteers parking passes.


There's potential for driving on a closed forest road into the Santa Ynez Recreation Area to clean up trash. High-clearance vehicles are needed for those who want to drive in; try to make carpool arrangements before arriving. This event may require a total of 2-5 miles of walking depending on where we can drive to pick up trash. We'll be crossing the river a lot, so sandals and a bathing suit are optional for a swim afterward.


As additional details are finalized, they will be provided in updates to registered participants.


Stay tuned for more information about a run in conjunction with this trail work event! If a run is planned the route will be provided on the Runners for Public Land Ventura/SB Strava Club Page.


Recommended items for trail work:
- Closed toe shoes
- Long sleeves and pants
- Hat
- Sunglasses/eye protection
- Work gloves (if you have them)
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Personal snacks/food (especially if you have food sensitivities)
- Pack layers as it will be cold in the morning.
- Optional:swim gear and towel, change of clothes