Sonesta Select Pleasant Hill

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 loop around Lafayette Reservoir on the Rim Trail, with great bird-watching opportunities and several high points affording 360-degree views, is a great introduction to the parklands administered by the East Bay Municipal Utility District. There is a parking fee. The park is open every day including holidays. Park hours vary month to month: January: 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM February: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM March: 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM April: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM May: 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM June/July: 6:00...

This family-friendly trail encircles Lafayette Reservoir. Cyclists and people on roller skates, rollerblades, and scooters are only allowed on Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon until closing and on Sundays from opening until 11:00 a.m. on the paved Lakeside Trail and roads. Accessibility: There are 15 designated accessible spaces in the paved parking lot off of Mt. Diablo Boulevard at the north end of the trail. All of them are van-accessible with striped access aisles. The trail surface is...

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...

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...