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Spend a gorgeous fall evening hiking or biking on Lime Ridge’s Ohlone Trail. Travel through chaparral and oak woodlands in the Mount Diablo foothills as you enjoy panoramic views of…

Watching the sun rise or set from open space, immersed in the sounds of awakening wildlife, can be a wonderful experience. Spending time outdoors has innumerable physical and mental health…

Amble along Round Valley Creek and search for wildlife on this family-friendly trail. This out-and-back trail is great for spotting wildlife and learning about local history. Distance: 4.8 miles Elevation…

Traverse along creeks and over rolling hills in a journey through Pine Canyon. This idyllic route takes you from Little Pine Creek Road to Barbeque Terrace Road through the backcountry…

Think summer isn’t a good time to hike? Think again and check out Madrone Canyon! Distance: Two miles Elevation change: 385 feet Difficulty: Easy Hiking time: One hour Trail surface:…

Mitchell Canyon Road follows Mitchell Creek through a shady, riparian (streamside) oak woodland—a habitat full of biodiversity. Distance: Seven miles Elevation change: 390 feet Difficulty: Easy Hiking time: Two to…

Looking for an easy trail with an abundance of wildlife?  Check out the Old Homestead Loop! Distance: 3.6 miles Elevation change: 764 feet Difficulty: Easy Hiking time: Two to three…

Enjoy the scenery from the less traveled east side of Mount Diablo via Mount Olympia and North Peak! Throughout this hike you’ll travel through lands protected by Save Mount Diablo,…

Distance: 4.5 miles Elevation change: 725 feet Difficulty: Moderate Hiking time: Two to three hours Trail surface: Dirt and loose gravel, fire roads and trails Best season: Spring, fall, or…

Want to spend your afternoon on a beautiful trail with amazing views? Check out Donner Canyon, the Falls Trail, and the Donner Creek loop at Mount Diablo State Park! Distance:…