Friday Bird Walk – Farren Road

Farren Road is at the very western edge of Goleta. It is a road that provides access along a ridge that is between Tecolote Canyon and Eagle Canyon. The habitat is varied, thus providing a diverse list of avian species, from sparrows to raptors. The views of the mountains, ocean and Channel Islands is quite special as well.

Friday, May 8, 2026 ~ 8:30 am – 10:30 am

Target Birds:

• American Kestrel
• Western Bluebirds
• Hummingbirds
• Sparrows
• & Others

Directions

From Santa Barbara / Goleta
Take US 101 to approximately 1 mile past the Winchester Canyon Road exit.
Exit US 101 to the right (unmarked exit)
Turn left onto Calle Real
From the North County

Traveling south on US 101
Exit Cathedral Oaks Road, Hollister Avenue (Exit 110)
Turn Left (towards mountains) and Proceed over bridge
Turn Left on Calle Real

Then for everyone

Continue on Calle Real to end of road
Turn right on Farren Road and park on the side of the road

We will meet there

MAP HERE – or – Google Map

Other Information:
Bring water & a snack
Wear comfortable shoes
Binoculars are a must (borrow ours if you need to)
Spotting scopes are useful