Author: Addison Jerlow

Los Padres Fire Restrictions, Trail Updates and Forest Protections

There’s plenty of places to explore once the heat sets in! Head up high, know your water sources (check HLP), and follow the weather closely to find a cool window for a summer trip in

LPFA x National Trails Day

It’s that time of year to starting taking your LP adventures to higher elevations. Cooler temps and panoramic views abound…. National Trails Day is June 7th this year, and LPFA has 3 projects going on to celebrate. This day is

LPFA’s Recently Worked Trails and Upcoming Events

And beneath the brush we found a trail! Before and after on the Alder Creek Trail, looking the best it has in 20 years…. ALDER CREEK TRAIL UPDATE On April 20th, LPFA wrapped up its

LPFA Working Vacation Season Ain’t Over Yet!

That quick, cold storm last weekend really brought out all the green across the forest. It’s GO time! We make sure to emphasize the VACATION on our Working Vacations! From our recent project on the

The Wheeler Gorge Open House is May 3rd!

Hi Friends,  For over 20 years the Los Padres Forest Association (LPFA) has hosted annual Open Houses each spring at the Wheeler Gorge Visitor Center. Our Open Houses are family friendly events where we invite the

Los Padres Trail Updates, Volunteering and Forest 411

Anyone else taking advantage of these unseasonably warm and clear February days? From Arroyo Quemado Trail…. Volunteer trail maintenance overnights aren’t all about the work! Volunteers recounting LP adventures over a glowing LP sunset, photo

Seasonal Gates and Upcoming LPFA Projects

Snow fell lower than usual across many parts of the forest this past weekend. Did you get any sweet snow views? From winter 2024, Michael Blake Hi Friends,  We hope you enjoyed the rain, hail

LPFA Trail Days: Piedra Blanca Trail, Jan 17 – 20

Nothing quite like a Los Padres January sunset…. Piedra Blanca TH Happy New Year Friends,  For better or worse, the Los Padres has seen a dry, dry start to the winter season. While we’re all

LPFA Trail Updates and Opportunities

Anyone else catch an epic Los Padres view recently? Greetings Friends,  It’s been a busy December here at LPFA. We’ve been all across the forest from Lake Piru to Figueroa Mountain and Santa Barbara Canyon

Call for Photos and November Volunteering with LPFA!

2025 Los Padres Calendar:  CALL FOR PHOTOS! Hi Friends,  We’re still looking for photos from Forest users to fill the pages of our annual Los Padres-themed Wall Calendar!Last year’s calendar was a smashing success, help