Ten Short, Pleasant Walks in Mount Diablo State Park - by Frank Valle-Riestra
Easy but very rewarding walks

Ten Moderate Hikes in Mount Diablo State Park - by Frank Valle-Riestra
Some of the mountain's most attractive environments

Ten Demanding Hikes in Mount Diablo State Park - by Frank Valle-Riestra
An introduction to the hidden beauty spots on the mountain

Camel Rock Trail - by Frank Valle-Riestra

China Wall Hike (pdf) - by Frank Valle-Riestra

ON FOCUS....Hiking On Mt. Diablo (from the Mt. Diablo Review - Spring 1999 )

Three Interpretive Trails:

How to Read Trail Signs on Mt. Diablo (from the Mountain News - Summer 1999)

Group Hikes and Nature Walks - Be sure and check our Events Listing for schedules of upcoming hikes and nature walks.

Find out information about the history of many place names and trail names by going to
50 Uncommon Place Names of Mount Diablo (reprinted from Spring 2004 Mount Diablo Review)

To assist in the development and maintenance of hiking trails, individuals can join the Mt. Diablo Volunteer Trail Crew program. For more information on this program. There is also a Trail Adoption Program for groups and organizations.  See information