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Contra Costa County
Walnut Creek

Iron Horse Trail junction – Heather Farm & Lake loop from North Gate

Routes
Bike touring routes & trails
United States
California
Contra Costa County
Walnut Creek

Iron Horse Trail junction – Heather Farm & Lake loop from North Gate

Hard

3.2

(10)

54

riders

Iron Horse Trail junction – Heather Farm & Lake loop from North Gate

03:24

49.4km

770m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

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Mount Diablo State Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

1.33 km

Borges Ranch Road entrance

Highlight • Rest Area

Main paved access into the Open Space preserve along Borges Ranch Road. The other trails entering further south along Castle Rock Road are just for hikers. But Mountain Bikers can …

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2

13.2 km

Livermore Valley Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Pause a moment to enjoy the magnificent views over the Livermore Valley. There are picnic benches down the stairs should you want to rest up for a little longer on your way to the summit.

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3

15.6 km

Curry Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

This point is about halfway up to Mount Diablo. The view from here is stunning, offering vistas of rolling hills and lush green surroundings. If timed right, springtime wildflowers add an extra bonus to the experience.

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4

22.4 km

Mount Diablo Scenic Boulevard

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Ascending through a challenging uphill climb, this trail takes you through a lush scenic open space, passing by the Black Hills Reservoir. It serves as a great stopping point for enjoying the scenic water views along your ride.

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5

41.1 km

Iron Horse Trail Overcrossing

Highlight • Bridge

A pedestrian bridge to cross over Ygnacio Valley Road.

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6

43.1 km

Walden Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Shaded park with disc golf, drinking water, benches, lawns

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7

43.4 km

Iron Horse Trail junction

Highlight • Cycleway

Crossing of two of the best East Bay flat bike trails, one following a former rail line, the other an old canal that still transports municipal water.

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8

44.5 km

Heather Farm & Lake

Highlight • Lake

A natural lake, mostly used for fishing, that has the paved Ygnacio Canal Trail on the west side and some unpaved trails along the east.

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49.4 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.6 km

16.1 km

6.43 km

1.20 km

790 m

281 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

37.1 km

10.0 km

1.89 km

431 m

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Highest point (690 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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Friday 15 May

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