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Franklin Trail – Franklin Trail Switchbacks loop from Carpinteria

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United States
California
Santa Barbara County
Carpinteria

Franklin Trail – Franklin Trail Switchbacks loop from Carpinteria

Hard

4.9

(7274)

17,645

runners

Franklin Trail – Franklin Trail Switchbacks loop from Carpinteria

01:37

13.1km

490m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

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Start point

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1.45 km

Franklin Trail

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The Franklin Trail is a shared-use trail with fantastic panoramic rolling hills and coastline views the entire way. It connects the Carpinteria valley floor to the Santa Ynez River and …

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2.35 km

Franklin Trail Switchbacks

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Plenty of switch back practice here. No real berms, just a nice natural trail.

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2.95 km

Frank's Bench

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Frank's Bench is a peaceful spot to take in stunning ocean and mountain views. Nestled along Franklin Trail, it's a perfect place for a break after a hike through the …

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13.1 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.7 km

1.26 km

129 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.38 km

5.27 km

146 m

129 m

120 m

114 m

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