Ranger Service

Welcome to the City of San Luis Obispo Ranger Service page! Our primary role is to protect the City’s invaluable natural resources, ensuring that open spaces remain safe, accessible, and sustainable for everyone to enjoy. With 70 miles of rugged hiking trails, scenic pathways, and challenging mountain biking routes just minutes from downtown, our dedicated rangers maintain, monitor, and patrol over 4,000 acres—from Bishop Peak to the Irish Hills.

Alongside trail maintenance and new trail development to expand access, Rangers work to minimize impacts on wildlife and habitats, preserving the integrity of these open spaces. Our work also includes engaging the community through programs like ranger-led hikes and Junior Ranger Camp, inspiring future generations to care for our environment.

Whether we’re building trails with shovels and heavy equipment, reducing fuel loads along our Wildland Urban Interface, cleaning creeks and restoring ecological habitat, or teaching in classrooms, our goal is to be the voice for nature, ensuring it thrives for years to come. Thank you for respecting our open spaces, following trail rules, and helping us protect San Luis Obispo’s unique natural landscapes.

Trail Information

Explore Ranger Service Programs