Near San Pablo Ridge Trail
Wildcat Canyon - Cows
Near San Pablo Ridge Trail
Rolling hills
Near San Pablo Ridge Trail
Enjoying a respite (and the view) from the steep climb to the ridgeline
Near San Pablo Ridge Trail
Amazing views of Mt. Diablo
Near San Pablo Ridge Trail
Looking northwest along the San Pablo Ridge Trail.

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San Pablo Ridge Trail

4.7 (3 Ratings)
A steep trail that climbs from the Belgum Trail to the ridge where you can enjoy well-earned views.
1.3
mi
Distance
514
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Views

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.34mi
Distance
514ft
Elevation Gain
218ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
1,068ft
High Point
643ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The San Pablo Ridge Trail is a steep and challenging trail with two particularly steep sections that will get your lungs pumping and your legs burning. From its junction with the Belgum Trail, the trail climbs up to the ridge along the northeast corner of Wildcat Canyon Park. The good news is that once you get up the hill, the trail flattens out and you can enjoy a scenic hike once you catch your breath! The trail ends at a junction with the Mezue Trail and the Nimitz Way Trail.

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Contributors
Kristen Arendt