The Straight Dope on Hiking and Backpacking the Orestimba Wilderness of Henry W. Coe State Park
The Orestimba Wilderness is one of the most remote public spaces of the Diablo Range—here's my take on conditions as of April 2026
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The Orestimba Wilderness is one of the most remote public spaces of the Diablo Range—here's my take on conditions as of April 2026
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Doud Peak is a far-flung mountain in the hinterlands of Garrapata State Park. It's a nice alternative to the more congested hikes of Big Sur.
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Burra Burra Peak, Vasquez Peak and Rock Springs Peak form a difficult hike through the exquisite backcountry of Henry Coe State Park.
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Rose Peak (3,817 feet) is the highest mountain of the East Bay Regional Parks system and the highest legally accessible point in Alameda County. Although not tall by California standards, it is one of the tallest mountains in the Bay Area and high enough to receive dustings of snow several times a year. Given Rose...
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Mt Diablo's North Peak and Devils Pulpit are far less visited than Mt Diablo. I climbed them on the same hike of Mt Diablo and appreciated its solitude.
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