Twin Ponds Trail, Diablo Foothills Regional Park, March 2020 Covering a portion of a scenic hogback fanning out westward from Mount Diablo, Diablo Foothills Regional Park is—at 1,060 feet—relatively small and has only one peak that exceeds 1,000 feet. Yet, at least in winter and spring, the area is exceptionally picturesque. The terrific trail network, …
Ridge Top Trail, Shell Ridge Open Space, February 2021 Winter and early spring is far and away the best time of year to hike in the East Bay, when temperatures are good and the rolling hillscapes—typically brown, dusty, and dry in summer—are lush and verdant. The jade-colored hues in springtime make the Diablo Foothills in …
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Beautiful loop hike in Diablo Foothills Regional Park, featuring rugged canyons, verdant hills, and shady ravines.
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