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This overlook is just one of many along the car-free road that boasts breathtaking views of the bay. The wide shoulder provides ample space to pause, take a deep breath, and marvel at the natural beauty that surrounds you.

In this area of the Sobrante Ridge Regional Preserve, visitors can find the Sobrante Ridge Trailhead. The preserve is 277 acres in size and is a parkland that preserves the habitat of the extremely rare Alameda manzanita. It is an important home to indigenous plants and animals in this area.

Mount Diablo, is the Bay Area second-highest peak at 1173m (3849ft). The challenging climb features constantly fluctuating gradients averaging 8%, with tough sections up to 18% and a brutal 23% finish in the last 200m. The equally demanding descent requires good bike handling due to tight corners, potholes, and strong winds. The road to the top is open daily from 8 AM till sunset.

This road parallels the ridgeline above and have great views over the bay and surrounding hills.

The reservoir is a definite scenic highlight, and you can expect to see plenty of people kayaking, fishing, and hiking on and off the water. San Pablo Dam Road takes you to a couple different boat launches and picnic areas with views of the water. Old San Pablo Dam Road is more scenic and winds along the shore, but the surface is quite old and, while technically paved, is really better suited for a gravel bike.

The Lafayette-Moraga Regional Trail is a 7.65-mile path that runs through Moraga Valley, connecting Las Trampas Ridge with Oakland Hills.

This charming lake sits along the Ygnacio Canal Trail at Heather Farm Park. The park features two lakes, open grassy areas, playgrounds, picnic tables, and other facilities. The lake and surrounding areas are a great spot to take a break while cycling the Ygnacio Canal Trail.

Lafayette is a city in Contra Costa County, California, with a population of 25,391 as of 2020. Named after the Marquis de Lafayette, a French officer in the American Revolutionary War, landmarks include the Lafayette Library and Learning Center, Oakmont Memorial Park, and the Cross of Lafayette Memorial, a somewhat controversial tribute to U.S. soldiers who died in Iraq. Lafayette is also home to the historic Park Theater, which closed in 2005 but is currently being considered for reopening. This is a great town to pass through, or start and/or end a ride.