Facility · California ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Los Padres Other (NF) · Open Access
The site is located on Hwy #166 26 miles east of Santa Maria.
This trail is currently within the Front Fire Closure area. No access. Trail is expected to reopen in early 2019.
Gifford Trailhead has one large parking area and serving hikers, equestrians. No motorized use allowed.
The Gifford trail (18E12) 2.2 miles has beautiful scenic views.
Hitching posts. Picnicking 1 table. Stock trailer parking.
Difficulty level : Easy
The trailhead is open all year.
35.10800, -120.07600 · 35°6'28.8"N 120°4'33.6"W
Typically 78°F in Sep, down to 61°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 63 | 63 | 65 | 68 | 70 | 75 | 77 | 78 | 78 | 75 | 68 | 61 |
| Low °F | 41 | 43 | 44 | 45 | 48 | 50 | 53 | 54 | 52 | 49 | 44 | 39 |
| Precip in | 4.0 | 3.4 | 3.3 | 1.5 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.1 | 0.9 | 1.4 | 3.0 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 16.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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