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37.8490, -121.9333

Mount Diablo, Contra Costa CA

Overview

Start at Rock City or closer to the summit. Side trip to North Peak. Moderate East Bay hike. Map, directions, parking & GPX download.

Trail Stats

Duration
5.8 hr
Length
12.5 km
Elevation Gain
799 m
High Point
1171 m
Low Point
492 m
Grade
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A gnarled tree with moss-covered branches stands prominently in the foreground, its twisted limbs reaching out over a rolling landscape. The hills beyond are blanketed in rich green grass and scattered trees, partially veiled by a soft layer of mist. The f
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Two towering telecommunications structures stand against a bright blue sky, bristling with antennas, satellite dishes, and network cables. Positioned on rocky terrain, these towers serve as critical hubs for broadcasting and communication. Their intricate
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Two hikers walk along a narrow dirt trail on a hillside covered in lush green grass and wildflowers. The winding path leads through scattered trees and shrubs, opening up to a sweeping view of rolling hills beneath a clear blue sky. The hikers, clad in out
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A panoramic view of a mountainous landscape beneath a clear blue sky. The foreground features winding trails cutting through dense green vegetation, leading up to rugged peaks. The distant background reveals rolling hills and valleys, stretching toward the
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A winding mountain road snakes through lush green hills under a clear blue sky. The road curves sharply as it descends, flanked by dense vegetation. Rolling hills and valleys stretch into the distance, their contours softened by a light mist near the horiz
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A dirt path winds through a gently sloping hillside covered in vibrant green grass. The path leads toward the horizon, where rolling hills are partially shrouded in misty fog. The sky is bright blue, contrasting with the landscape. Two people walk along th
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A stone building with a hexagonal tower, constructed from large, weathered sandstone blocks. The tower has tall, rectangular windows framed with dark trim, allowing natural light to enter. At the top, a small lantern room with a domed roof is visible. The
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Mount Diablo, Contra Costa CA
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