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Contra Costa County
Danville

Las Trampas/Calaveras Ridge and Madrone Trails loop — Las Trampas Wilderness Regional Preserve

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Hiking trails & Routes
United States
California
Contra Costa County
Danville

Las Trampas/Calaveras Ridge and Madrone Trails loop — Las Trampas Wilderness Regional Preserve

Hard

Las Trampas/Calaveras Ridge and Madrone Trails loop — Las Trampas Wilderness Regional Preserve

07:29

24.0km

880m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 10, 2024

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Las Trampas Regional Wilderness

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Parking

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8.65 km

Las Trampas Ridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this ridge you embrace quite a few points of view. Starting with the valleys of Ignacio, San Ramon and Amador.

Further on, Mount Diablo stands out.

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9.81 km

View from Las Trampas Peak

Highlight • Viewpoint

The name "Las Trampas," meaning "the traps" in Spanish, originates from the method Native Americans used to trap elk while hunting, by utilizing the ridge to trap their prey. The summit offers plenty of stunning views for you to enjoy.

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14.0 km

The trail is adorned with rare flowers like the Mount Diablo glode lily and is surrounded by oak trees. As you hike, be sure to keep an eye out for wildlife, including cows.

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24.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.2 km

4.77 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.4 km

11.6 km

< 100 m

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Elevation

Elevation

Highest point (520 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

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