Our 5 Favorite Hiking Areas in the East Bay 🗻

One of the most amazing parts of living in the San Francisco East Bay is the hiking! We are so close to many mountains, foothills, valleys, creeks! So grab your water, snacks, hiking partner & let's go!

1. Shell Ridge Open Space

Location: 1035 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek

Pets: OK on leash, Beware wildlife (coyotes, cattle, etc.)

Parking: No Fee

1,420 acres of open land! Multiple trail heads with parking perfect for hiking, biking, and equestrians. Featuring Borges Ranch & Howe Homestead Park!

2. Diablo Foothills Regional Park

Location: 1700 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek

Pets: OK on leash, Beware wildlife (coyotes, cattle, etc.)

Parking: No Fee

*Some parts are closed due to storm damage* 1,060 acres of beautiful land with panoramic views of Mt. Diablo and it's surroundings! 

3. Castle Rock Regional Recreational Area

Location: 1700 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek

Pets: OK on Leash

Parking: No Fee

Wheelchair accessible! Adjacent to Diablo Foothills, dominated by Oak Tree's and Gorgeous Sandstone! Perfect for events of 300 or more people, as well as small picnics! Also has a swimming pool!

4. Iron Horse Regional Trail

Location:  Marsh Drive near Buchanan Field Airport (Concord) and Valley Ave & Busch Rd. (Pleasanton)

Pets: OK on Leash

Parking: No Fee

The trail is 20 feet wide and connects residential, commercial, business parks, schools, public transportation, open space, parks, and other regional parks!

5. Lime Ridge Open Space

Location: Ygnacio Valley Road or Valley Vista Road, Walnut Creek

Pets: OK on Leash, Beware wildlife (coyotes, cattle, etc.)

Parking: No Fee

Enjoy 1,226 acres of land with 25 miles of trails! Trailheads in Walnut Creek and in Concord. Amazing for hiking and biking! Also features some rope swings!