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Hiking Near Piedmont, California

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Shorter Routes

These hikes keep it under 5 miles and climb less than 1,500 feet, making them ideal for quicker outings or lower-key days. Perfect for a morning stretch, a casual afternoon, or getting outside without committing to a big push. Don’t let the stats fool you — many still pack in great views and rewarding moments.

Temescal Loop

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Temescal Loop

Birding
moderate
1.93 mi
+155 ft
Lake Merritt Loop

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Lake Merritt Loop

Birding
easy
3.31 mi
+15 ft
Educational Loop

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Educational Loop

Birding
moderate
4.17 mi
+657 ft
Berkeley Hills

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Berkeley Hills

Birding
moderate
3.33 mi
+1,102 ft
Vollmer Peak

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Vollmer Peak

Views
easy
1.52 mi
+293 ft
Stream Trail Out-and-Back

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Stream Trail Out-and-Back

Birding
moderate
1.72 mi
+75 ft
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Adventurous Routes

These routes go beyond 10 miles and are built for days when you want to cover more ground and push a little deeper. Expect longer distances, more effort, and bigger payoffs — whether that’s remote terrain, summit views, or a full-day challenge. Ideal for hikers looking to go farther and stay out longer.

Joaquin Miller Park Loop

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Joaquin Miller Park Loop

Wildflowers
extreme
11.84 mi
+2,784 ft
East Bay Skyline National Recreation Trail

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East Bay Skyline National Recreation Trail

Views
extreme
32.1 mi
+6,161 ft
Wildcat Peak, San Pablo Reservoir, and Inspiration Point Loop

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Wildcat Peak, San Pablo Reservoir, and Inspiration Point Loop

Lake
strenuous
10.4 mi
+1,633 ft
Briones Reservoir Loop Trail

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Briones Reservoir Loop Trail

Lake
moderate
13.17 mi
+1,801 ft
SF Crosstown Trail Route

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SF Crosstown Trail Route

moderate
16.5 mi
+2,022 ft
Mt. Diablo Summit Loop - South

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Mt. Diablo Summit Loop - South

Spring
strenuous
15.6 mi
+4,066 ft

Other Nearby Routes

Not finding what you're looking for? These additional nearby hikes offer more ways to get outside and explore the area. With a mix of lengths, difficulty levels, and terrain, you're likely to find something that fits your plans for the day. And remember, you can always use the onX Route Builder to create your own adventure from scratch.

Redwood Regional Loop

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Redwood Regional Loop

River/Creek
moderate
7.07 mi
+1,330 ft
Seaview Trail to Inspiration Point

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Seaview Trail to Inspiration Point

Dogs Allowed
moderate
6.37 mi
+1,407 ft
Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline

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Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline

Birding
easy
6.84 mi
+0 ft
Leona Canyon

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Leona Canyon

Birding
moderate
5.38 mi
+1,233 ft
Nimitz Way Trail

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Nimitz Way Trail

Views
easy
8.18 mi
+521 ft
Wildcat Canyon Loop

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Wildcat Canyon Loop

Birding
moderate
9.11 mi
+1,082 ft