March
Falls Trail Hike
Sunday, March 8
9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join State Park volunteer Linda on a hike that includes the beautiful Mount Diablo Falls Trail. We should have lots of wildflowers and water flow in the falls should be good. Hike is about 6.5 miles, and 1300 elevation gain. Bring plenty of liquids and a snack to eat at the falls. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes or hiking boots. Bring hiking poles if you normally use them. Expect ups and downs, ticks, and poison oak. If there has been recent rain, there could be muddy sections along the way. Pace will be moderate, but steady.
Reservation Required. For reservations and information contact mtdiablohiker@gmail.com. Park entry fee: $6 per vehicle/$5 for seniors - exact change required (no coins please). You may also pay digitally by scanning the QR code on the sign near the entrance gate or Visitor Center. There is no fee for the program. Meets: in front of Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center (96 Mitchell Canyon Road, Clayton). Presented by California State Parks.
Wonder Hike
Wednesday, March 11
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Have you ever wondered about the many species of organisms that inhabit our world beyond the sidewalks and streets? This is the hike for you! Wonder and wander now with us while we explore the magnificent Mitchell Canyon in Mount Diablo State Park. Each month we will search for all the fantastic and beautiful natural displays that change with the seasons. You won't be disappointed if you have an inquisitive mind. We'll hike for about 4 miles with a slight elevation gain and enjoy nature's beautiful display along the way. Bring water, snacks, and binoculars if you have them.
Reservation Required. For reservations and information contact onesuperhiker@aol.com. Park entry fee: $6 per vehicle/$5 for seniors - exact change required (no coins please). You may also pay digitally by scanning the QR code on the sign near the entrance gate. There is no fee for the program. Meets: in front of Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center (96 Mitchell Canyon Road, Clayton). Presented by California State Parks.
Wildflower and Pollinator Walk
Saturday, March 21
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Join State Parks docents Dan, also known as the “bee guy”, and Leslie as we stroll up Mitchell Canyon Road, with a few side trips to see the emerging flowers. We will also hear about the native bees, flies, spiders, and bugs that inhabit those wildflowers. This is about a four mile walk with a few hundred feet in elevation gain. Bring liquids & snack. Dress for the weather. Rain cancels.
Reservation Required. For reservations and information contact mtdiablohiker@gmail.com. There is a $6 per vehicle park entrance fee ($5 for seniors). Exact cash required (no coins please); pay at the entrance gate. You may also pay digitally by scanning the QR code on the sign near the entrance gate or Visitor Center. There is no fee for the program. Meets: in front of Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center (96 Mitchell Canyon Road, Clayton). Presented by California State Parks.
Twin Peaks Wildflower Hike
Sunday, March 22
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Join State Parks docent Jake for a leisurely paced hike up to Twin Peaks. We’ll begin our walk at the Visitor Center and climb up to the near by meadow, before we make our way up to Mitchell Rock. The wildflowers should be abundant, and we plan to stop and identify all those we come across. Another climb will take us to the lovely overlook facing North Peak and the Diablo summit, just before the trail bends sharply right toward Twin Peaks itself. We will have a snack break there before we head down to retrace our steps.
The hike is approximately 3.5 miles round trip, and about 1,100 elevation gain. There are some short steep rocky sections of trail, so sturdy walking shoes are strongly recommended, as well as hiking poles. Bring liquids and snacks. Be prepared for mud, ticks and poison oak. Heavy rain cancels.
Reservation Required. For reservations and information contact onesuperhiker@aol.com. Park entry fee: $6 per vehicle/$5 for seniors - exact change required. You may also pay digitally by scanning the QR code on the sign near the entrance gate. There is no fee for the program. Meets: in front of Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center (96 Mitchell Canyon Road, Clayton). Presented by California State Parks.