Mt Diablo is visible here from almost everywhere. It lies east of Walnut Creek and stands almost 4000 feet high. A week or so ago on a clear and sunny day I drove to the top through the state park with its numerous trails, campgrounds and picnic spots..
On the way I passed many cyclists making their way slowly up the mountain. On New Year's day there is a tradition for serious riders to pedal to the top, and the newspaper reported that there were many brave souls who set out to accomplish this feat.
I stopped along the way at various points and followed the trails for a while; the sandstone rocks in areas once undersea were softened into gigantic awe-inspiring monoliths. As it was a winter weekday, there were few people on foot in the park and the near-silence only heightened the beauty of my surroundings.
The view from the top affords a panoramic glimpse of the entire east bay. My photos give a small taste of this.
