Del Valle Regional Park is a park in the San Francisco Bay Area. It lies south of Downtown Livermore and is a popular picnic and camping spot for people in the bay area.
This east bay park lies around Del Valle Lake and is a great place to go on easy to moderate hikes. Last month, we walked a good part of the East shore trail. Since it was a cool winter day there weren’t many people picnicking out there that Sunday. To be more precise when we parked at the lot not far from the entrance, there was just one family in the middle of a picnic. We did see some people hanging out near the Marina, though. There was a bit of activity going on around there with people boating and fishing. The other people in the park seemed to be there for a hike.
Del Valle Regional Park
This is what Dell Valle Regional Park might look like on a winter morning/afternoon:
East Shore Trail and Dog Run
We started our walk near the Eagle’s View Group Camp and walked the paved path till the Marina and the got into the gravelly Dog Run Trail up until Venados Camp and Swallow Way. It was a very pleasant walk with not very many people out on the trail that day.
Parts of the hills had already turned green from the rains of the winter yet there were some dry bushes here and there. And several trees had lost their leaves. Yet there was enough greenery for a pleasing hike. There were several kinds of birds along the water. And every now and then we’d spot a boat. On our way back we saw a speed boat dash through the water and the ripples take quite some time to hit the shores. And when the disturbance finally hit the east shore it made the sound not unlike that of a wave hitting land. It was interesting to see the slow and seemingly gentle ripples make such a big whoosh in the middle of the quiet. 🙂
Turkey Vulture
Things you need to know for your hiking trip
- The whole trail is 6.9 miles. But we did only a part of it, this time.
- It is a great place for family hikes. It’s very kid-friendly.
- There are several restrooms along the way.
- The beach store is closed in the winter. But if you need a quick snack or you need to pick something quick, you might be able to find it and the small store near the Marina.
- There is a per-vehicle park fee for entry into the park when you take the main entrance.
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The Bay Area is full of regional parks that are really beautiful. I’m trying to visit each one slowly.
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You are so right.
We are also trying to make it a point to get out and hike and explore local areas.
Thank you for coming this way, M.
Btw, l love the park that’s featuring in your blog this week. So green and so beautiful. 🙂
This looks like a lovely park to wander & explore.
Welcome here, Jade.
It is.
It was a very pleasant walk. 🙂
Beautiful landscape and wonderful photography ~ ^_^
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Thank you, Carol.
Happy Week to you. 🙂
This looks like a beautiful place for a hike, and not crowded at all. Your photos made me want to lace up my hiking boots, grab my trekking poles, and head out!
Hey Sandra,
It was so quiet and peaceful that day. I’m certain the place can get crowded in the summer, tho’ 😀
It’s lovely around there. 🙂
It must be beautiful in summer. A picknick in these temps? Brrrrr, though!
I’m sure it’ll be crowded too — in the summer, I mean.
Thank you for stopping by, Iris. 🙂
Hello, looks like a great park, a wonderful hike with beautiful views. Enjoy your day, have a happy week ahead.
True that — a beautiful park for a hike especially on a winter day like this when there aren’t many people out. 😉
Thank you, Eileen. You too. 🙂
I can image it in bloom and green–what a fabulous place! I hope the vultures don’t show up until you leave 🙂
I’m so glad to see you at ‘My Corner of the World’ this week!
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There were so many of those vultures out there that day. I was surprised to see so many. They were lost in their own worlds, tho’ :D.
The pictures and the writeup were lovely! Also, the turkey vulture must have been well worth a watch
Thank you, Mr. Bhatia.
I was surprised to see so many of those vultures. There were SO MANY of them!! 🙂
What a lovely park! Love the gorgeous photos.
Happy Thursday!
Thank you, Veronica.
You have a great week! 🙂
Beautiful photos. Looks like another of California’s wonderful regional parks!
Thank you, Peter.
True. We’re trying to explore the ‘backyard’ bit by bit. 🙂
Btw — your blog is my new favorite blog. 🙂
Gorgeous scenery!
It sure is.
Thank you for coming this way, Lady Fi.
And thank you for hosting Our World. 🙂
Beautiful frames. Divya!
Thanks Nomad. 🙂
Amazing views
🙂
Thanks for visiting, Rupam. 🙂
Lovely pics as usual!
Have a wonderful week.
Thanks a ton, Anita.
You too. 🙂
The scenes are awesome. Very well captured and presented.
Hello again, Abhisek.
Thanks a ton. 🙂
Its like a dream land, loved the shots.
Thank you, Jyotirmoy. 🙂
Lovely park! Awesome clicks as usual! 🙂