Lafayette-Moraga Regional Trail, Olympic Blvd Staging Area

The Lafayette-Moraga Regional Trail offers a delightful, easy escape into Contra Costa County's greenbelts, perfect for a relaxed outing. You'll wander through varied scenery, from partly shaded sections to open grasslands, with views of surrounding ridges that change with the seasons. Keep an eye out for remnants of pear and walnut orchards along Las Trampas Creek, providing a habitat for local wildlife like tree frogs and newts.

This 3.3-mile (5.2 km) hiking route, with a gentle 193 feet (59 metres) of elevation gain, is rated easy and takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes. The paved, multi-use path is highly accessible, making it suitable for families, cyclists, and even wheelchair users. You can easily start your journey from the Olympic Boulevard Staging Area.

Historically, this trail is one of California's earliest "rail-trails," built on the former Sacramento Northern Railway corridor, connecting the communities of Lafayette and Moraga. It integrates with wider trail networks, like the Lamorinda Trail Loop, offering options for longer adventures if you're looking to explore further.