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2,087 ft
Distance
245 ft
Climb
00:08:01
Avg time
245 ft
Altitude change
392 ft
Altitude min
637 ft
Altitude max
392 ft
Altitude start
637 ft
Altitude end
11.742%
Grade
0.949%
Grade max
24.935%
Grade min
2,019 ft
Distance climb
68 ft
Distance flat
00:08:01
Avg time

Fearing Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Adaptive Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Montecito Foothills
    Santa Barbara, California
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    45 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #113641 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #277936 in Trail Running
    • #105139 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC, DJ, RD, Fat, Adaptive MTB
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular In Reverse
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Los Padres National Forest

The Fearing trail is a nice climb/descent through a narrow canyon. It is usually ridden as a variation to the Romero loop, adding a bit of elevation and fun at the beginning and end. When you reach the top of the trail, turn right on Bella Vista Drive to continue to the Romero trail head.

Access Info

The trail head is adjacent to Romero Canyon Rd just after it turns right from Lilac Ln, on the mountain side. There is a wooden trail marker just off the road. There is room for 1.5 cars to park adjacent to the trail.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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May 6, 2020 @ 4:54pm
May 6, 2020
 Got cut in the beginning by some sharp plant, the rest is running ok
Apr 18, 2020 @ 6:43pm
Apr 18, 2020
Small tree down across trail, can ride over or around
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on May 6, 2020
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Avg: 3.98 (1 votes)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Fearing Trail

        ▼ Where is Fearing Trail located?
        Fearing Trail is located in Montecito Foothills, Santa Barbara, California, United States. It is part of the Montecito Foothills trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 34.44326, -119.60003.
        ▼ How hard is Fearing Trail?
        Fearing Trail is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 11.742%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Fearing Trail?
        Fearing Trail has 245 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 392 ft to 637 ft.
        ▼ Is Fearing Trail a point to point trail?
        Fearing Trail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.

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