Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
The trail begins at a clearly marked gate in the parking area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
Beginning level, the trail soon takes a turn and begins climbing as it enters the park's rugged interior.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
A sign marks where the trail leaves the level path and begins following a slick and steep dirt single track.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
Spring wild flowers along the hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
The trail begins be approaching the Gaviota Wind Caves, interesting sandstone formations along the route.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
After crossing a saddle, the trail heads into the park's interior, where there is more shade and lush flora.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
Flowers along the hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
Posts do an occasional job of marking the route, however hikers should come prepared with navigation and markers are few and far between.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
Views of the interior of Gaviota State Park from the heights.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
Shell formations mark the rocks at the top of the climb.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
From the peak, views are dominated by Highway 101, which heads into a tunnel through the pass immediately underneath the peak.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
Standing at the peak of Gaviota Pass Overlook.