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The Best Camping in Castro Valley

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Top camping spots in and near Castro Valley

  • Castro Valley, California

    Aaron Alcorn Castro Valley to Brentwood Memorial Trail

    58.54 mi / 6755 ft gain
    Aaron Alcorn Castro Valley to Brentwood Memorial Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Castro Valley, California.
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  • Oakland, California

    West Ridge Trail: Skyline Gate to MacDonald Gate

    8.19 mi / 1588 ft gain
    West Ridge Trail: Skyline Gate to MacDonald Gate is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Redwood City, California.
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  • Oakland, California

    Hike the French Trail and Stream Trail via Skyline Blvd

    4.0
    7.8 mi / 1781 ft gain
    The French Trail and Stream Trail via Skyline Blvd is a 7.8 mile loop with lots of ups and down, perfect for trail runners, hikers, and dog walkers. The trail is well-shaded, and is accessible year round. Parking can be found at the Skyline Gate Staging Area at Pine Hills Drive. This is a great ...
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  • Alamo, California

    Green Valley to Wall Point Road Loop

    7.09 mi / 1375 ft gain
    Green Valley to Wall Point Road Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Diablo, California.
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  • Alamo, California

    Pine Creek and Wall Point Trail

    4.05 mi / 574 ft gain
    Pine Creek and Wall Point Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Alamo, California.
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  • Danville, California

    Rock City to the Summit of Mount Diablo

    7.77 mi / 2382 ft gain
    Rock City to the Summit of Mount Diablo is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Danville, California.
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  • Walnut Creek, California

    Camp at Juniper Campground in Mount Diablo SP

    Mount Diablo's summit in Mount Diablo State Park rises to 3,848ft, with Juniper Campground in Mount Diablo SP is at approximately 3,000ft in elevation.  Juniper Campground overlooks the valley below and some of the San Francisco Bay.  Reservations for Juniper Campground can be made at Reserveamer...
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  • Walnut Creek, California

    Mount Diablo North Peak Trail

    6.18 mi / 2133 ft gain
    Mount Diablo North Peak Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Walnut Creek, California.
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  • Fremont, California

    Mission Peak Loop from Stanford Avenue Staging Area

    5.97 mi / 2083 ft gain
    Mission Peak Loop from Stanford Avenue Staging Area is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Milpitas, California.
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  • Clayton, California

    Hike the Donner Creek Trail

    5.2 mi / 1322 ft gain
    The Donner Creek Loop Trail is a moderate, 5.2 mile loop hike. Just outside of Clayton, California, this hike is perfect for Bay Area residents. The trail is open year-round, and the waterfalls are particularly impressive in the winter.  This trail is open to horses but not dogs.  Trail directi...
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  • Livermore, California

    Condor, Volvan, Stone Corral, Coyote Loop

    4.5
    4.38 mi / 620 ft gain
    This regional preserve is perfect for day hikes. There are also designated campsites and even a backpack campsite. Horses and dogs are welcome in the preserve. There are many different clearly marked trails that one can choose from. A good 4.5 mile loop is to start at the Park Residence entrance...
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  • Sunol, California

    Little Yosemite via Canyon View Trail

    4.0
    3.01 mi / 705 ft gain
    Please note this is a fragile ecosystem and watershed. There is NO swimming allowed in Alameda Creek and trespassing is prohibited on Water Department lands that are not accessible to the public. You can learn more about the restrictions and the area at ebparks.org.  After entering the kiosk you...
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  • Livermore, California

    East Shore and Heron Bay Trail to Venadas Group Camp

    12.28 mi / 2395 ft gain
    East Shore and Heron Bay Trail to Venadas Group Camp is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Livermore, California.
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  • Fremont, California

    Rose Peak From Sunol

    18.64 mi / 3714 ft gain
    Rose Peak From Sunol is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Sunol, California.
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  • Sunol, California

    Camp Ohlone Road to Little Yosemite, Geary Road, Backpack Road, McCorkle

    5.75 mi / 1109 ft gain
    Camp Ohlone Road to Little Yosemite, Geary Road, Backpack Road, McCorkle is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Sunol, California.
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  • Redwood City, California

    Dean Trail and Campground Trail

    3.25 mi / 814 ft gain
    Dean Trail and Campground Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Redwood City, California.
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