Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/14/2025
A sign marks the Ellwood Beach Trail at a small parking lot in Isla Vista.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/14/2025
The path begins along the backside of a newer residential development.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/14/2025
Entering the Ellwood Mesa area, the trail continues down a wide dirt path toward the coast.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/14/2025
There are a couple small dips and climbs along the walk, however most of the route is generally fine for kids and most ability levels.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/14/2025
Wooden steps through the low point of the mesa seasonal pond.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/14/2025
The trail passes beneath eucalyptus trees.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/14/2025
Scenic views of the Santa Ynez mountains from the Ellwood Beach Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/14/2025
A heron and an egret in the mesa adjacent to the trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/14/2025
Upon reaching the beach, the trail follows a sandstone single track descending toward the sea.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/14/2025
Walking toward the ocean.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/14/2025
The trail descends from the bluffs down toward the sea, opening up to scenic views up and down the coast.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/14/2025
Ellwood Beach at the end of the trail.