Shell Ridge Open Space is a well-maintained hiking trail in Walnut Creek, CA. The total land area of the trail is 1420 acres. The total length of the trail is 31 miles, which is generally considered an easy to moderately challenging route. The trails cover a range of elevations, from 56 to 472 meters. The Open Space has multiple trailheads and parking lots. Shell Ridge is in the middle of Walnut Creek, beginning near downtown and stretching to Mount Diablo. The trail is the city's greatest open space, consisting of parallel slopes and valleys. Shell Ridge comes from the marine fossils left behind after the ocean that originally covered it receded. The trailhead is excellent for hiking, biking, and horseback riding options abound along ridge tops, creek ways, and hillsides.
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• Offers Parking Lots
• Picturesque Spot
• Dog Friendliness.
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SHELL RIDGE OPEN SPACE REVIEWS
Great dog hike but come prepared with water, bags, sunscreen and a hat! The trails are wide so there is plenty of room for the mountain bikers who whiz by with a quick wave. Your dogs will love it because they can go off-leash. Unfortunately during the summer months the middle of the day might make this a tough hike because there’s no shade to take a break. We went in April and it got a little hot!
Large open space park reserve for long hikes on days with nice weather. Very scenic. For those with delicate hearts, be mindful of what trails you hike because some trails are quite steep. Consult a map of the open space before your intended hike, so you know what types of inclines and altitudes you'll encounter on your chosen trail.
Great trails to explore! Well maintained fire access lanes and smaller trails. Great loops for a 1-2 hour hikes. Good for hiking, running, biking.. You will also see the occasional person on a horse and cattle roaming the hills. Very picturesque open hills. Street parking in the neighborhood. No restrooms.
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Lime Ridge Open Space is a well-known hiking trail in Walnut Creek, CA. The total land area of the trail is 1226 acres of land. The total length of the trail is 25 miles, which is generally considered an easy trail route. The Ridge is a dominating hill on the eastern end of Walnut Creek that leads to Mount Diablo. The trailhead is home to some of Walnut Creek's last remnant chaparral and various plant and animal life. Lime Ridge was named after the limestone extracted in the region by the Cowell Portland Cement Company. The trail is excellent for hiking and biking, and wildlife viewing opportunities abound across the many plant communities and quarries. Lime Ridge is part of the City of Concord and is maintained by the City of Walnut Creek.
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• Maintained Paths
• Handicap Accessible
• Enjoyable Experience.
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LIME RIDGE OPEN SPACE REVIEWS
The trails are very nice going up to Lime Ridge Open Space that you can hike or use a mountain bike. There are open areas that are very sunny and some trails that are shady. Once you top the ridge there are beautiful views to the west Walnut Creek with lots of rolling hills and lots of trees or looking east the terrain is hilly, dryer and trees. The area we visited is mostly all uphill until you reach the ridge. You should be aware that there are rattlesnakes that could be on the trail especially during the hotter weather. There are several routes to visit Lime Ridge. The easiest route and shortest is a parking lot off Ygnacio Valley road & Montecito Dr. which is open from 6 am to 6 pm.
Love this open space and hiking in it. There are different ways to go to make your hike longer or shorter. And people are usually very polite about dogs and passing them, etc. Bathrooms and water fountain at the house up the hill from the parking lot. And they have a dog wear fountain too!!
Great hikes with dog, alone, wi friends and family. Great model airplane flying. Nature, beauty, bird watching. Beautiful, peaceful, flat, uphill, downhill, as far as eye can see.
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Castle Rock Regional Recreation Area is one of the popular hiking trails in Walnut Creek, CA. The parks are open to the public and can be reserved for picnics. Trailhead has access to almost 18,000 acres of public land. There are four sites with a capacity of 100 and 3 with a capacity of 50. Picnic areas will be on a first-come, first-served basis. The park's paths are handicapped accessible, and restrooms, changing rooms, drinking fountains, and wheelchair access are available. The park is in a sandstone canyon in the Diablo Foothills of the northern Diablo Range, west of Mount Diablo and Mount Diablo State Park. Mt. Diablo State Park and Walnut Creek Open Space border Diablo Foothills Regional Park and Castle Rock Park, allowing access to more than 18,000 acres of public areas.
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• Has Basketball Court
• Has Barbecue Grill
• Memorable Experience.
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CASTLE ROCK REGIONAL RECREATION AREA REVIEWS
Great park with everything you could need: shady picnic areas, small water stream, nice views, walking trails, free parking. The main parking is relatively small but there is ample reserve parking. There is a public toilet with running water and a public swimming pool ( please check if it is opened) before you go. Park is open during four seasons. Enjoy.
Beautiful park at the base of Mount Diablo. Love that dogs are allowed on all trails here and even allowed off leash on the Stage Road trail. Stage road trail was very nice, gentle rolling hills, but lots of stream crossings, so may not be stroller-able after heavy rains/in the winter.
Had a great hike here. The hills are so green during spring. The trails can be very muddy after a rainy day so be prepared. A lot of the trails are easy and wide. Most of the park lacks any shade so bring a good amount of water during a hot day.
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