3 hikes to ring in new year in Southern California

California State Parks will kick off 2023 with dozens of First Day events. But Carpinteria State Beach plans to hold its hike on New Year's Eve thi...

December 31, 2022
2:06 AM

California State Parks will kick off 2023 with dozens of First Day events. But Carpinteria State Beach plans to hold its hike on New Year's Eve this year. If it rains, organizers plan to reschedule later this month.Where: Meet in front of the visitor centerWhen: 10 a.m. Saturday Parking: Day-use parking lot ($10 per vehicle)What to expect: Hikers can learn about the history – going back 10,000 years – of Carpinteria State Beach. Trail length: 1 mile.Ages: 6 and up preferred. Children should be accompanied by an adult.

Cheri Carlson