From Save Mount Diablo:
Named after one of the founders of Save Mount Diablo, the exceptional vistas, interesting natural history and wildflowers are found only in the highest reaches of our mountain. Hike: the trail is a flat loop, less than one mile long, encircling the summit of the mountain. The first one third is paved and is ADA accessible up to the Ransome Point overlook. This easy trail offers spectacular views as well as a journey through time. Discover how nature has created and altered this peak. Be sure to bring plenty of water and a snack, and dress in layers. Sturdy shoes or hiking boots are recommended. Heavy rain cancels. Restrooms available at the parking lot.
***There will be a $10 park entrance fee, exact cash is required.
Participant Limit: 15 people
Land: Mount Diablo State Park
Rating: Easy
Distance: 1 mile
Elevation change: 50 feet
Leader: Susan D’Alcamo, Save Mount Diablo Volunteer Hike Leader
Meet: Lower Summit Parking Lot, Mount Diablo State Park
GPS Coordinates: 37.880353, -121.919517
Directions: From Danville, take Southgate Road into Mount Diablo State Park; from Walnut Creek, take Northgate Road into Mount Diablo State Park. Continue up the mountain past the Junction Ranger station 4.5 miles; the lower lot is on the right just before the Summit Museum.