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Summary: This hike starts out as an relatively easy uphill climb. At one point, the trail forks and splits off. The way to Tangerine Falls starts to the right. This part of the trail becomes somewhat rocky, and some scrambling is required. Watch out for Poison Oak! The trail is very nice and mostly shady. The creek running through the length of the trail is very nice also. Towards the end of the hike, there is a little waterfall to the right. This is not Tangerine Falls, but still a very nice little waterfall. When it seems difficult to go any farther, keep going! The trail turns into a moderate rock climb, but no special equipment is required at all. Keep looking to the right for Tangerine Falls. When you finally get to the Falls, you will come upon a big boulder. The rock is climbable, but it takes some doing. After standing there for a few minutes, I finally found some satisfactory footholds. Look closely, and be creative, but careful. You will find your way up. Trailhead: - From Santa Barbara Mission (Los Olivos and Laguna St.) - Get on Highway 101 South by taking Los Olivos St.to State St. Turn right on Mission St. Get on the Southbound onramp to 101 - Take the Olive Mill Rd. Exit. Turn left. - The road becomes Hot Springs Rd. at some point without turning - At East Mountain Dr., turn left. - Drive about a mile and a half and park just before, or just after the stream crossing on the road. - The trailhead begins on either side of the stream, but is best started before the stream crossing at the Montecito Trails Association sign. (Lat:34.45587 Lon:-119.65318) Trail Guides for Tangerine Falls: Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: California state parks 805-968-1033 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Ori Wheeler Trail Reviews Page 1 of 2 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by JD on 3/29/2009 Just took my girl up there. Directions to trail head very good. Trail sort of hard to follow. The trick really IS to follow the pipe. If you lose sight of the water pipes for more than a few seconds then you are going the wrong way. It's very easy to take a wrong turn and head up and around the falls and miss them. Though the trails further up were nice, we got too exhausted trying to find the falls to care to back track once we were heading back down the mountain. Otherwise, very beautiful trail. I recommend hiking there in spring rather in summer though, as it can get pretty hot, though if your goal is to swim in the pool, then spring would make the water too cold. 
Reviewed by Nicole on 4/14/2008 Spectacular falls!!! Worth finding (we followed a couple of different directions and still found it to be a little tricky at a couple of spots). There was a chalk mark on the ground where the trail makes a "Y". Go right. (Left will take you up the ridge which gets challenging and takes you away from the falls). Cross the creek up a small embankment and head to the right. Key is following the big water pipe. Hike was beautiful, following clear pools of water. Not very far and once to the falls, WOW! This time of year is great because plenty of water! Highly recommend the experience and bring a swim suit!!
Reviewed by Lisa on 9/15/2007 One of my friends took me on this hike and told me to wear a bathing suit! I'm so glad that I did! When we got to the top we showered in the falls. It was the best experience possible. So, be sure to bring one!!!
Reviewed by Tricia on 8/20/2007 Although I tried my best to follow Dennis' directions, I'm not so sure we did. We ended up climbing up an unshaded mountain towards the end that was very steep. This hike really wore me out, first time I couldn't make it to the top. Very dry too. I didn't see very much water. Nevertheless, it's pretty. Make sure you bring a lot of water if you come in the summer and plan on climbing that mountain.
Reviewed by Spencer on 1/13/2007 Novice, good hike, dennis' directions below are a MUST to get to the top. Wasn't very difficult except for a few big rocks. Also, it was BEAUTIFUL at the top- the 100 foot waterfall and the view of the channel islands. I'd recommend to anyone.
Reviewed by ER on 3/19/2006 Just did this one last weekend - during a downpour on the way up! A slippery and dangerous trail when wet, I am sure all you would have to worry about is the poison oak forest that lines the trail in some parts on a sunny day. I lucked out and the sun came out as I almost made it to the top, so I sprinted up and was able to get some great photos . . . I review hikes here: outdoor-weblog.com
Reviewed by Jeremy on 11/25/2005 I went earlier this week using the directions Dennis provided below, and they're pretty spot-on. A few spots turned into a rock climb, but it was fun, and not too strenuous. At one point I was a little confused on where to go, but was able to look up the creek to the top of the mountain and see the falls. Once we got up there, it was amazing. The view of the Coastline was worth it, not to mention the awesome falls. Great hike the whole way. Highly recommended.
Reviewed by dennis on 8/9/2005 This was a nice hike and the falls were lovely, but these directions are lousy and if we had not run into other people along the way we probably would not have found them. Start on the east (right) side of the creek (the left side has a washout that makes it impassable). About 1/2 mile up you see a park bench and a sign for West Fork Cold Canyon. Cross the creek and follow that trail. About another 1/2 mile up there is a fork in the trail. Take the right fork that goes between the two big boulders. A little ways further you cross back over the west fork of the creek. The trail goes up sharply on the other side so it can be easy to miss. From this point on you stay to the left (west side) of the middle fork of the creek and just keep going. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: California Hiking, California Trails, California Hikes, Santa Barbara County Hiking, Santa Barbara County Trails, Santa Barbara County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||