Near Peace Circle: Wildcat Peak from Little Farm
Wildflowers on the way up to Wildcat Peak
Near Peace Circle: Wildcat Peak from Little Farm
Picnic area at the top of Wilcat Peak. Panaramic views of the Bay and Mt. Diablo.
Near Peace Circle: Wildcat Peak from Little Farm
View of the San Pablo Reservoir from Wildcat Peak
Near Peace Circle: Wildcat Peak from Little Farm
Eucalyptus forest near the little farm
Near Peace Circle: Wildcat Peak from Little Farm
The Wildcat Peak Trail is nice and shady in spots.

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Peace Circle: Wildcat Peak from Little Farm

4.8 (16 Ratings)
Several Tilden Nature Area trails can be stitched together into one ideal loop with great views and local history!
3.8
mi
Distance
744
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Family FriendlyViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.78mi
Distance
744ft
Elevation Gain
744ft
Elevation Loss
55%
Max Grade
1,180ft
High Point
532ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Start at Little Farm, then hike past the animals to join the Loop Road (dirt). Hook a left, then dive right into the trees on the shaded Laurel Canyon Trail. At the only opportunity, go left to connect back up to Laurel Canyon Road, then left on Nimitz Way Trail (which is paved). Nimitz turns into the Wildcat Peak Trail, where you'll pass the Rotary Peace Grove and make your way up to the scenic outlook. Eat your corn chips and drink your kombucha, then on the way back down, go right on Peak Trail rather than left (i.e. don't return the way you came). Stay on the Wildcat Peak Trail as it descends plenty of switchbacks through eucalyptus and sage to eventually reach a junction with Sylvan Trail, which will ultimately lead you back to Loop Road and your vehicle.
History & Background
The Peace Grove Lookout was completed in 1962 by the Rotary Club of Berkeley.

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