Mt Diablo State Park · CA
Mary Bowerman Summit Loop
Easy · Day hike · Best in Spring, Fall, Winter
Length
0.7 mi
Gain
250 ft
Scenery
★★★☆☆
About this trail
A short interpretive loop right around the 3,849-ft summit — one of the largest viewable areas of any peak in North America. On clear days you'll see from the Sierra crest to the Farallon Islands.
Highlights
- 35-state-equivalent visible area
- Wildflower super-blooms in spring
- Summit observation deck
Get there
Start: Summit parking · 37.8829, -121.9148
Open driving directions in Google Maps →Parking: Summit parking lot at the very top of South Gate Road. State park entry $10/vehicle. Small lot fills weekend midday — arrive before 11 a.m. or after 3 p.m.
Along the way
- Mitchell Canyon TH@ mile 0· 570 ft
- Eagle Peak (view)@ mile 2.2
- Murchio Gap@ mile 2.8
- Mt Diablo summit@ mile 3.2· 3,849 ft
- Mary Bowerman summit loop@ mile 3.4
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