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Mount Diablo Summit – Juniper Trail loop from Diablo

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Mount Diablo Summit – Juniper Trail loop from Diablo

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Mount Diablo Summit – Juniper Trail loop from Diablo

02:42

18.7km

910m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: March 18, 2026

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Mount Diablo State Park

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3.06 km

Staircase Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

While hiking along the Staircase Trail in Mount Diablo State Park, you will encounter the name-giving staircase that ascends the grassy hill.

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8.10 km

Final Section of the Summit Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This final section of the Summit Trail takes you up to the Mount Diablo Summit, just after crossing Summit Road. With every step, the views get better and better, so keep going on this final push to the top!

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8.40 km

Mount Diablo Summit

Highlight • Summit

Located in Mount Diablo State Park, with an elevation of 3,849 feet Mount Diablo is the highest peak in San Francisco's East Bay area. On a clear day you can look east to see over the city of San Francisco and on the Pacific Ocean. parks.ca.gov/?page_id=517

Check out my Juniper Trail tour for more pictures of the area: komoot.de/tour/4081148

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8.97 km

Juniper Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This single-track trail is a beautiful route between Juniper Campground and the Mount Diablo summit. There are several opportunities along the way to enjoy some fantastic views of the valley.

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10.6 km

Juniper Campground

Highlight • Rest Area

This popular campground is open year-round and sits on the plateau's edge. Sites on the south side are the most favorable, with dramatic views of the San Ramon Valley. It is a great spot to satellite out to some great hiking trails in the area.

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15.7 km

Wind Caves

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The Wind Caves are part of an area called Rock City in the Mount Diablo State Park. The Wind Caves are unique sandstone caves and tunnels that were formed by wind erosion over time. The caves vary in size, providing opportunities for hikers to wander through and appreciate the sculpted rock.

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18.7 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.81 km

7.31 km

1.97 km

1.53 km

116 m

Surfaces

10.5 km

2.99 km

2.62 km

1.39 km

758 m

482 m

Elevation

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Mount Diablo Summit – Juniper Trail loop from Diablo

Staircase Trail

Final Section of the Summit Trail

Mount Diablo Summit

Juniper Trail

Juniper Campground

Wind Caves

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