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  • 5/5 * d. 1 year ago on Google
    Great park in the hills above Santa Barbara. Several hilly trails that take you around to the beginning. Beautiful views. Watch out for Rattlers and be prepared to hike uphill!
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Elizabeth Ann R. 2 years ago on Google
    It was a beautiful spot!!! Expected it to be a higher altitude to see the sunset and ended up running the trails instead because it's kind of a valley. But absolutely stunning none the less!!! Highly recommend if you're looking for a nice nature trail without many people around!!!
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Wesley G. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent park for picnicking, hiking, biking, or taking a dog for a walk. A bit more challenging than other parks due to the terrain.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Garry S. 1 year ago on Google
    I used to ride all those trails as a kid before it became a park. I broke horses there, had head cracked open falling off my horse in the hills. My Uncle and his family were the property care givers and only occupantsfor several years. Lots of fond memories thereπŸ˜€
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Carly H. 4 years ago on Google
    green, beautiful fun little hike. not hard, easy to navigate. lots of different trails which all lead to the same place.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Annie Craton (. 4 years ago on Google
    A great hiking spot with a range of moderate to difficult hikes. Great views of ocean and good workout. Lots of sun!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Leslie V. 4 years ago on Google
    Parma is my little hidden gem in Santa Barbara. Located in the back hills, this dog friendly looped trail could very well be your next favorite park too. A challenge for uphill, but plenty of loops to take, I enjoy changing my trail each time to fit how much time I have. Topically I spend about 45 minutes to 5 hours here. Only water spigot is next to the horse trouf, but please don't let your dog drink out of the water for the horse. Park on the side of the road and be courteous to leave room for other to park. Never a very busy place, you'll find serenity here and good folks who frequent this place as well
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Damian A. 1 year ago on Google
    Another one of those Parks that leaves you felling welcomed and accepted...

  • 5/5 JA H. 3 years ago on Google
    Great views and hilly terrain. Recommend starting at the main entrance and walking up. We took the long way back and it was a good workout. Take a photo of the map before you head out. The trails all overlap.

  • 5/5 Mauricio B. 1 year ago on Google
    Perfect season to enjoy magnificent views from this trail

  • 5/5 Unise M. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely place! Relaxing and peaceful! Perfect to hike and really friendly with dogs and kids!

  • 5/5 Zach L. 1 year ago on Google
    It's a decent hike. Nice views from the top. You can see George Michael's old house...kinda. Some decent uphill but not too crazy.

  • 5/5 t b. 6 months ago on Google
    Great park for several reasons. If you're into foraging, you may find some luck here. If you paraglide, it is a great landing zone for P2s who can't shoot for eastbeach yet. With 2 LZ sites to choose from, upper Parma and lower Parma. Upper is considered a more advanced LZ due to obstacles (trees and rocks). Lower is supposedly the safer option but is quite an uphill landing, imo. I only use it as a bailout landing if I mess up on landing upper. The newly cut trails, on the other hand, are ehhhhh. Very spaghetti brain made and the longest route possible.....


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • βœ“οΈ Dogs allowed
  • Activities
    • βœ“οΈ Hiking
  • Accessibility
    • βœ— Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • βœ— Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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