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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
Entrance to Gaviota Campground and Beach Day Use Area. This is the most popular access point to the state park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
The Day Use area offers a small seasonal market, picnic tables and grills, along with easy beach access.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
The train trestle may be one of the most picturesque points of the state park. Legend is that it's haunted by the ghosts of two girls wearing white dresses.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
Views over the campground and beach at Gaviota State Park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
A sign marks the entrance to the Wind Caves hike and interior trail system of the state park.
Stephanie Keene
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
From the high points in the Santa Ynez Mountains, panoramic views abound over the surrounding area.
Stephanie Keene
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
A hiker atop Gaviota Peak.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
Views from inside the weather-shaped sandstone formations on the Gaviota Wind Caves hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
Warm springs invites visitors after a hike at Gaviota Hot Springs.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
A hiker stands atop the Gaviota Pass Trail overlooking the tunnel entrance on Highway 101 below.
Stephanie Keene
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
Coastal views from the crest of Gaviota State Park.