Walks and hikes offer one spectacular view after another throughout Mount Diablo State Park. 

Here you will find wonderful treks to choose from,

many of them splendidly described by Frank Valle-Riestra.

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The Trail Map Mount Diablo State Park and the new Hiker's Guide to Mount Diablo State Park are now available available here at the MDIA Online Store as well as other interesting publications and items related to Mount Diablo. The trail map is also available at either the North Gate or South Gate Entrance Stations, the Summit Visitor Center, and the Mitchell Canyon Visitor Centers.​

Mount Diablo from from Oak Hills Trail | Bill Karieva

Hiking Mount Diablo
Notable Hikes

by Frank Valle-Riestra

Easy, but very rewarding walks.

by Frank Valle-Riestra

Some of the mountain's most

attractive enironments.

by Frank Valle-Riestra

An introduction to the hidden

beauty spots on the mountain.

Mitchell Canyon Hikes

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Evening Hike

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Frank's Favorite Hikes
Three Interpretive Trails

Hikers | Mike Woodring

Hiking | Mike Woodring

a 190 million year geologic journey

Archived Hike Articles
More Information

Visit the Events listing for the schedule of upcoming hikes and nature walks.

The Trail Map of Mount Diablo State Park and the new Hiker's Guide to Mount Diablo State Park are now available at the MDIA Online Store, as are other interesting publications and items related to Mount Diablo. The trail map is also available at either the North Gate or South Gate Entrance Stations, the Summit Visitor Center, and the Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center.

(PDF)

Mountain News, Summer 1999

Learn about the history of many place names and trail names by visiting:

50 Uncommon Place Names of Mount Diablo, reprinted from Mount Diablo Review, Spring 2004.

To assist in the development and maintenance of hiking trails, individuals can join the

Mount Diablo Volunteer Trail Crew program.

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