Hilton Concord

This is a nice trail with plenty of scenery. It is good to do in spring because the trail is in an open area that has little shade. Accessibility: There are 2 designated accessible spaces in the paved parking lot off of Castle Rock Road at the north end of the trail. Both of them are van-accessible with striped access aisles. The trail surface is paved asphalt or a dirt road with rocks. It is typically at least 10 feet wide. The most accessible portion of the trail is the paved portion in...

This trail begins at Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center and climbs Donner Canyon Road and descends Back Canyon Trail to create a somewhat challenging loop. There are lovely views of the surrounding hillsides and oak trees along the way. In the spring, the trail can be quite muddy, with a few creek crossings. There are also wildflowers and waterfalls along the route. During the summer months, this trail can get hot, as there is little shade. Bring lots of water and sun protection and start early...

The lush greenery of Mitchell Canyon leads to an invigorating climb to Eagle Peak (2,369'), a favorite among local hikers. Everybody loves to visit the summit of Mount Diablo, but many seasoned San Francisco Bay Area hikers prefer this hike to Eagle Peak via Mitchell Canyon, which takes in all the features that make Mount Diablo State Park unique. Mitchell Canyon is shady with abundant wildflowers in the spring; Eagle Peak culminates a rugged hike to jaw-dropping vistas of the East Bay...

The lush greenery of Mitchell Canyon gives way to an invigorating climb to the summit of Eagle Peak on this route. At 2,369 feet, this summit is a favorite of local hikers. Mitchell Canyon is shady with abundant wildflowers in the spring; Eagle Peak culminates a rugged hike to jaw-dropping vistas of the East Bay and surrounding terrain.

Winter and spring rains create scenic waterfalls in this hike at Mount Diablo, the East Bay's signature peak. While Mount Diablo State Park is best known for towering vistas from the mountain's twin East Bay summits, the seasonal rains that visit the San Francisco Bay Area every year create several falls in the mountain's rugged canyons. You can also find fragrant wild daffodils growing along Bear Creek seasonally. Regency Drive is an alternate trailhead for this route. However, there is...