The view is fantastic. We were traveling early and got great pics of the marine layer reaching inland into the mountains.The trail from the parking lot is lined with trees and lots of wildlife. The trail has a medium to steep incline as you head up and around the hill to the lookout point. Worth the stop.

Great scenic spot. We went in late November and the mountains turn purplish at Sunset. It is just beautiful to look at. There are no restrooms here.

Nice stop with some pretty landscape views that look better in person than in photos. Sadly lacks bathrooms but the scenery is lovely and it is only a very short walk to the vista point where some greenery has grown tall enough to block some of the views.

If you can appreciate the the high plains desert, its great! Driving towards the coast you see Lake Cachuma it looks like a good place to beat the heat! An abundance of vultures flying in the skies, nice day.

Nice viewpoint on a great scenic road. This area is well worth getting off the main highway and just enjoying the beautiful scenery of coastal California.

The drive was beautiful and the look out spots are convenient and perfect for some leg stretching. It’s my first time in Santa Ynez so far so good. Stay tuned.

My favorite place to enjoy nature. Close to world renowned wineries in the Santa Ynez Valley. Take Foxen Canyon and follow the signs. Youll have a wonderful time.

Wow, this place you have to visit, is paceful and good to walk .The natural picture is great

The shrubs could use a little trim for a better view, but if its natural, its great! Unfortunately, tourist have a tendency to litter there as well. Beautiful view. Worth the rest stop.

Beautiful scenery, unfortunately there are only two lookout points and the signage could be better as to change lanes and turn in. Definitely a beautiful alternate route to Santa Barbara off the 101....

Its a nice place to get out and stretch your legs. Theres a decent amount of parking. Theres lots of information to read about the area, if you care to. Lots of shade.

Stop by. You will enjoy a little break on your long drive. There is a little trail that may be intresting. The historic and educational markers will give you a few facts too.

Its absolutely stunning! The view of the valley and the lake is amazing!

We missed the Solvang Century this year due to Covid19, but could not stay away from this area we love.

I had one day in Los Angeles and decided to drive to this point. I arrived late and decided to stay overnight at this parking lot.It was the right decisions. I was the only car there at night. With the sunset in early morning some more people came. During this time I already enjoyed the great view over the mountains.

The view is great. Wish people would take their trash with them to keep this place clean.

Quick decent spot. Great for pictures.

Beautiful view of the valley. Lots of interesting historic signs. One dissapointing item: there was a device that looked like it was meant to provide audio info, but seems like it wasnt working.

So this vista point is good for a quick stop as your driving over the pass. Great views all around and if you walk up a tiny trail you get even better views. Could do with some facilities as its sort of in the middle of nowhere but for what it is (a vista point) you cant really complain.

Place to have a nice view of nature and get to know a bit of history

Air was smoky, limiting view, trees and shrubs have grown up blocking views. Lots of trash too.

Beautiful view of the Santa Ynez Valley and Los Padres Forest, partially. Definitely worth the stop if you find yourself driving down the san Marcos pass!

Love it! Be here at least 45mim before sunset and you will be amazed!

Incredible area to stop at and take in the views. Take a deep breath and make time stop with you.

We arrived just before sunset; the Golden Hour. The view was beyond fantastic & it felt like I was in a pastoral painting or ripped from the pages of a novel about early 20th century California. You cant put a rating on natures beauty.

Beautiful view with picnic tables good place to get out and stretch for a bit.

Great stop with a nice 500ft trail to stretch your legs during a long drive

Great views and info boards showing local wildlife and mountain range elevations.

This is a nice little viewpoint on State Route 154 / San Marcos Pass Road, east of Cachuma Lake. There are picnic tables and one lower overlook facing north and going up the path is one with a view of the lake to the west.

Amazing point of view must of view. With historical informations

Oh this place was just so nice and peaceful with pretty views and families picnicking literally on the side of the mountain road

Beautiful view, to take photos. Just lovely. It has a short trail to walk.

Great drive to Cold Springs Tavern

Spectacular view!But then thats what was advertised, wasnt it?

I was at the tail end of a six hour drive from Sacramento and had an opportunity to catch a full moon rising along a winding stretch of mountainous road. I delayed my journey when I saw the vista point. The five stars is for the glow of the moon which was much more luminous than my photos captured.

A beautiful spot to visit with a great view. Could not go through the trial there due to lack of time. Definitely will check out next time Im there.

Nice place to stop n take a break.

Beautiful sights and nice brisk fresh air! Absolutely gorgeous

My wife was able to discretely pee at the top, and that’s a challenge!

Happy I stopped.

Love it!

Decent view, interesting to learn about the valley formation

You can witness awesome views; especially a romantic sunset.

Great stop along the Chumash Highway. There is a mini trail to another lookout further up with better views

If your on your way to Solvang you should stop here. Its only 1 min off the road and its a good view.

Beatiful small area. I wish we had more time to explore a bit more. Well go back soon

Worth the drive just for the view. Photos don’t do it justice, beautiful place

Good place to stop for a quick minute and enjoy the views

Pretty cool lookout with picnic areas. Good place for a quick rest stop.

A good view can be seen here, and if you go up a bit on foot, the scenery is even better. Unfortunately there are no facilities here.

Beautiful peaceful rest stop, great view

Beautiful view, but not much happening here. Short trail and some historical exhibits. I recommend it when you have a crying baby and just need to get them out of the car to comfort them

7 to 8 amBetter view

Beautiful view and a nice, easy walking trail

Beautiful view!

Great view and a great history lesson, but it could use a bathroom.

Great stop before casino to smoke out BEAUTIFUL VIEW

Absolutely stunning view

If you are travelling thru US-101, you should go there... Amazing view!!!

Good place to stretch your legs ..and enjoy the view, not much more than that.

Great view, however, a little maintenance and clean up is required. A good place to stop for a break. Note - No bathrooms.

Mother nature is so beautiful...

Pretty view. They had some educational signs about the history on the pass.

500ft Hike with a slight incline with view of Lake Cachuma

Beautiful spot to look out and at night a beautiful spot to look at stars! Saw campers here which looked like a fun camp out spot.

Just the spot for a quick break, a roadside picnic and/or a short hike on an easy trail. No restrooms, however.

Great place for wandering, good good.

Nice scenic point. Theres stone table to eat food

Nice little stop. Perfect place for a sunset view.

Beautiful landscape views. Lots of parking and nice place to stroll, relax and enjoy mother nature.

Great place to stop and get that first look over the Valley or that last peak of sunset before leaving the Valley. There is a path that you can hike out to, to get a better view of sunset for capturing amazing photos. There are a few picnic tables for a quick meal together. There are not any bathrooms at this Vista point stop. The secondary Vista stop, closer to the Valley has a bathroom, for potty emergencies... I sometimes will stop here, on my way home from work, just to catch my breath and gather my thoughts before heading home. Love this stop and the views

Stopped here after the big February 2017 storm. Everything was so green and lush. Great historical marker describing Indian life and early pioneer struggles.

Great views

Its right off of 101 and kind of last minute but its a vistapoint you dont want to miss. We went on a foggy day clear day most likely that this meal could be even more gorgeous. Recommend if you passing by.

Beautiful view, easy to get in and out. I wish there had been bathrooms though

Perfect stop off for a leg stretch with a great view

Road trips without a vista point are boring. This beautiful stop is a necessity. I read the information on the Santa Ynez mountains history everytime.

Hidden the highway, but a stunning overlook with sweeping views of the Santa Ynez valley

Spectacular views of the entire valley. Picnic tables in the shade of you would like to sit and enjoy the area, or have a picnic.

Great panoramic view over Santa Ynez ValleyWorth a stop in even if just for a few minutes as the car park is the top viewpoint itself. there are some faq boards showing information on local wildlife that you may spot in the valleyParking available for large vehicles and there is a short hiking trail down into the valley itself if your inclined to go down and get a better view.

Beautiful place with wonderful view of valley

Great place to make a stop with several informative plaques pertaining to geography and history.

A great lookout over the inland valley

Nice place to stop by and take some pictures. Of course, also take time to take this beautiful view

Every time I ever stop their ears at night so never really got to see the view but pulled over and got a quick little rest

Really nice little spot to stop off at, stretch your legs and learn about the history of the valley all while taking in gorgeous views that are easy to walk over to

Breathtaking views

Quick stop to streach legsand wk dog, nice over view

Great views. Worth stoppin for a break and enjoying a snack

Not what I expected views are limited. Need to find something better next time

Great stop for a picnic lunch

AMAZING VIEW

Nice stop to stretch your legs and enjoy the view

What a magnificent view

Really great information boards talking about history, Flora, fauna. Nice overlook.

Nice view you can see the lake fr ok m the top of the trail

Really a scenic place... Would sit there for hours and enjoy the beauty of nature.. highway 154 has great view all the way from start to finish.. sunset is best from here. And there are lots of camp grounds and hiking trails to enjoy .. It is the must go place for campers and hikers. The lake is simply mesmerizing Soo Soo beautiful.. would suggest to visit at least once, after that you would want to go again and again..

After a long drive you just want to get out of the car and this us the place to do it. Amazing views, short hiking trail.

Very pretty views

Quiet and a nice spot for lunch