Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
An easily identifiable gate marks the start of the route from the parking area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
A mostly level clear path heads from the parking area toward the base of the hills and the interior of Gaviota State Park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
At a sign, the trail splits from the level path and becomes a dirt single track that will begin gaining elevation up a slick and sometimes steep path toward the Wind Caves - visible in the exposed rock at top here.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
The Wind Caves stand high in the distance from the trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
Climbing a dirt path toward the Gaviota Wind Caves.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
The weather-carved sandstone formations present an interesting site, and offer the first shade for hikers.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/13/2021
Views from the Wind Caves overlooking the beach and Pacific Ocean.