Mountain Spot
Mountain SpotMount Diablo State Park - Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center
Clayton
Test your legs on one of the Bay Area's most demanding summit routes. Mitchell Canyon rewards serious hikers with sweeping views from the peak and mercifully quiet trails where you might spot owls, tarantulas, and the occasional ice cream sandwich.
Challenging summit hike
Serious fitness test
Panoramic Bay views
Lesser-known trailhead
Tips
🍦"ice cream sandwich at the top of Mt Diablo was a godsend"
🌡️start before 8am in summer, bring 2+ liters water
🦉keep eyes peeled for owls and tarantulas on the trail
Mount Diablo State Park - Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center
ClaytonOpens Saturday at 8:00 AM
Mountain SpotMountain SpotTest your legs on one of the Bay Area's most demanding summit routes. Mitchell Canyon rewards serious hikers with sweeping views from the peak and mercifully quiet trails where you might spot owls, tarantulas, and the occasional ice cream sandwich.
Challenging summit hike
Serious fitness test
Panoramic Bay views
Lesser-known trailhead
Tips
🍦"ice cream sandwich at the top of Mt Diablo was a godsend"
🌡️start before 8am in summer, bring 2+ liters water
🦉keep eyes peeled for owls and tarantulas on the trail