California, Olofson Ridge
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State: California
Location: Mount Diablo State Park
Length, Round Trip: 5.3 miles
Trail Type: Out and Back
Elevation Change: 1010 feet
Best Season: Year-Round
Difficulty: Moderate
Usage: Heavy

Trail Information

After just one mile along beautiful Mitchell Canyon, turn right on Red Road which climbs White Canyon. In springtime, this is the site of rare wildflower species such as the Mt. Diablo Globe Lily and Wind Poppies. Take sharp left onto Olofson Ridge Trail. and shortly before that starts turning toward the park boundary, follow a faint trail on the left toward the summit marked “1609″ on your trail map.

Directions

From Concord:
The trailhead is located at the end of Mitchell Canyon Road.

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