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Scenic California hiking trail
Category

Hike

Price

$

Est. Duration

2-3h

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Ryan & Katy Smilko

The Juniper Trail is a scenic 4.0 mile hiking trail located in Mount Diablo State Park that leads to the Mount Diablo Summit. It offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape, including views of Lick Observatory on Mount Hamilton, Mount Umunhum, the San Francisco Bay, the San Francisco skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, Mount Tamalpais, and on a very clear day, Mount Lassen! It's a great option for nature lovers looking to explore the outdoors with panoramic views. This is easily one of the best hikes in the Bay Area!

Pet-friendly: No, pets are not permitted on this trail

Soft adventure: No, this is definitely more of a moderate to challenging adventure

Seasonality: All seasons

Fee: $10 per vehicle day-use fee

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