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Ohlone Wilderness Trail
The 28-mile trail connects Del Valle Regional Park in Livermore to Mission Peak Regional Preserve in Fremont, passing through some of the Bay Area’s most remote backcountry. This is serious hiking—steep climbs, exposed ridges, and creek crossings that require overnight permits and careful planning. Most people tackle sections rather than the full route. Backpackers can...
Mount Diablo State Park (South Gate Entrance)
Mount Diablo’s South Gate entrance in Blackhawk puts you closest to the wind caves and rock formations that make this 20,000-acre park special. The trails here range from easy nature walks to challenging climbs toward the summit, where panoramic views stretch across the entire Bay Area on clear days. Dogs welcome on-leash, and the parking...
Six Pillars Park
This 2.74-acre San Ramon park honors the Police Department’s “Character Counts” program with its name representing six pillars of character: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. The large grassy area works well for picnics and casual games, while kids gravitate toward the playground and basketball court. Since opening in 2010, Six Pillars has become...
Martin Canyon Creek Trailhead
The 3.2-mile loop trail winds through Martin Canyon’s oak-studded hillsides and follows the seasonal creek downstream. Moderate difficulty with a few steep climbs that reward you with views across Dublin and the eastern hills. Dogs are welcome on-leash, and the small parking area at the trailhead tends to fill by 9 AM on weekends. Plan...
Rock City Park
Rock City’s sandstone formations were carved 37 to 58 million years ago when Mount Diablo was underwater, creating the wind caves and fossil-studded rocks that make this Danville spot a natural playground. Kids scramble over Elephant Rock while adults appreciate the geology—Sentinel Rock even has CCC-built steps from the 1930s for safer climbing. The picnic...
Elephant Rock
This striking rock formation in Mount Diablo State Park draws climbers and scramblers to its elephant-head silhouette. Located in the Rock City area, it’s part of a natural playground that includes wind caves and other weathered sandstone formations perfect for bouldering and exploration. The approach involves hiking through the state park’s trail system—plan for a...
Tassajara Ridge Staging Area
The 1.03-acre staging area opens up to the Tassajara Ridge Trail, where dogs run free in separate enclosures for large and small pups while their humans prep for the hike ahead. The trail itself offers 360-degree views across San Ramon, Dublin, and Danville—on clear days you’ll spot Mount Diablo rising to the east. Restrooms, water...
Shannon Community Park
Located next to the community center, this park offers a seasonal water play area, playgrounds, and sports fields.
Rancho San Ramon Community Park
A modern, sprawling park featuring a popular splash pad, soccer fields, and diverse playground equipment.
Orloff Park
A spacious park featuring a large grassy field, playground equipment, and paved paths perfect for learning to ride a bike.
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