

Open ridge trails with rolling grasslands, oak clusters and sweeping views of the Tri-Valley and San Francisco Bay — excellent for wide landscape vistas, seasonal wildflowers and layered sunset/sunrise light. Trails are moderately easy; parking at trailheads off Calaveras Ridge. Best at golden hour; weekdays have fewer hikers. No permits for casual use; check preserve rules for dogs and biking.


Open ridge trails with rolling grasslands, oak clusters and sweeping views of the Tri-Valley and San Francisco Bay — excellent for wide landscape vistas, seasonal wildflowers and layered sunset/sunrise light. Trails are moderately easy; parking at trailheads off Calaveras Ridge. Best at golden hour; weekdays have fewer hikers. No permits for casual use; check preserve rules for dogs and biking.