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Fossil Hill Trail

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Walnut Creek

"the most beautiful spot to see the poppy flowers in the Bay Area"
Off-leash friendly for well-behaved dogs
Arrive early — parking fills fast during bloom

A planted hillside ablaze with California poppies and native wildflowers each spring. The displays are genuinely gorgeous, though you'll want to arrive early to beat the bloom-season crowds and parking scramble.

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  • family-friendly hiking
  • dog-friendly trails
  • spring wildflowers
  • easy walking paths
  • Fossil Hill Trail
  • Walnut Creek

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