Northern California Hiking & Biking Package

Package Includes Hiking Trails State Park Ohlone Regional Wilderness Sunol Regional Wilderness Los Vaqueros Reservoir

The great outdoors just got a lot greater thanks to the Hiking & Biking Package being offered by La Quinta Inn. The package includes one night’s accommodation, granola bars, bottled water and maps to some of the best hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails in Northern California such as the ones found in Mount Diablo State Park.

Northern California Hiking Trails.
The number of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding is immense. And each one is more picturesque than the next. To make your selection process a little more selective, we’ve taken the liberty of listing a few of our favorite places. [Top]

Mount Diablo State Park.
This park is one of the ecological treasures of the San Francisco Bay Area. Experience the mountain’s beautiful wildflowers, extensive trail system, fascinating wildlife and distinctive rock formations. View the stars from its lofty heights, bike ride to its 3,849- foot summit or explore the more remote trails by horseback. For more information, call 510.562.PARK or visit www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=517. [Top]

Ohlone Regional Wilderness.
The remote and beautiful Ohlone Regional Wilderness—whose centerpiece is 3,817-foot Rose Peak, just 32 feet lower than Mount Diablo—is accessible only through the Ohlone Wilderness Trail. Traversing 28 miles of mountains and canyons in southern Alameda County, the trail is open to hikers and equestrians. Trail bicycles and motor vehicles are not permitted. For more information, call 510.562.PARK or visit www.ebparks.org/parks/ohlone.htm. [Top]

Sunol Regional Wilderness.
Along with the Ohlone Regional Wilderness, the Ohlone Trail passes through three regional parks, one of which is Sunol Regional Wilderness near Pleasanton. This large park is ideal for hiking, biking, horseback riding and camping. In addition to naturalist-led activities and adventures, there are self-guided treks along the Indian Joe Nature Trail. For more information, call 510.562.PARK or visit www.ebparks.org/parks/sunol.htm. [Top]

Los Vaqueros Reservoir.
The nearly 20,000 acres of protected watershed surrounding the Contra Costa Water District’s Los Vaqueros Reservoir is a popular recreation area with more than 55 miles of scenic trails. Fishing is also permitted. The marina is stocked with fishing supplies, snacks, ice cream and hot food. For more information, call 925.688.8000 or visit www.ccwater.com/losvaqueros. [Top]