Falls Trail Loop 

Rating: Moderate  

Trailhead: End of Regency Drive or Mountaire Parkway in Clayton 

Trail Statistics: 5.9 miles via Donner Canyon Road and Hetherington Loop Trail, then up Cardinet Oaks Road to Falls Trail; return loop on section of Middle Trail (1200-foot climb includes canyon crossings). In winter and early spring, roads at lower elevation may be muddy. 

Description: In winter (rainy season) and throughout spring, the Falls Trail offers fine views of one of the mountain’s most spectacular attraction - several waterfalls up to 100 feet high. Spring also brings astounding displays of wildflowers. The colorful rock formations are worth the trip any time. The waterfalls dry up during summer and fall before the winter rains. Kindly refrain from scrambling to the falls. It is dangerous and damages the landscape.

Contact MDIA or visit Mt. Diablo State Park to purchase a complete trail map
or go to "Trail Map Order Form" to purchase trail map by mail.

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