State: California
Location: Morgan Territory
Length: 7 miles
Trail Type: Loop
Trail Surface: Fire Roads
Best Season: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Siskijou Mountan Creek
Trail Information
The terms remote and lonely are often uttered by hikers after a walk on the trails at Morgan Territory. With several trail connections to Round Valley, Los Vaqueros, and Mount Diablo, Morgan Territory is a hub of the rugged eastern Contra Costa County greenbelt. Hikers, equestrians, and cyclists make the pilgrimage to this preserve for serious outdoor excursions. And flower enthusiasts flock to Morgan Territory in March, April, and May, when many plants unfurl and bloom. As spring fades into summer, temperatures soar at Morgan Territory. If you visit in warm months, carry plenty of water and consider shorter treks. High temps often persist into autumn, which has its own charms. The temperature in the park is usually lower than the surrounding areas, and winds drop the temperature even lower.
There are dozens of trails to explore in the Morgan Territory Regional Preserve. Be sure not to ride on any of the singletrack that is closed to bikers.
Directions
From Interstate 580:
Exit onto N. Livermore Ave. and head north. Shortly after N. Livermore curves left (west), turn right onto Morgan Territory Road and follow it 10.7 miles to the parking area.
From Walnut Creek/Concord:
Take Clayton Road to Marsh Creek Road, then turn right onto Morgan Territory Road. The parking area is 9.4 miles from Marsh Creek Road
