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Mount Wanda Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 271 Google reviews · Running trail in Martinez, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Mount Wanda Trailhead's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Popular place for hikes on hills and trails offering views, shade and wildlife, plus easy access.
What runners say about Mount Wanda Trailhead
“it opens up to be a gorgeous landscape with very nice views and a gentle breeze (especially if it is sunny).”
“There are a few stretches with no shade, but plenty of stretches with full shade.”
Great Hike...able to go all the way up without stopping...steady incline. Slow and easy wins the race😃. Great views, so green!
Great workout. The trail was steep and really enjoyable to hike. Thanks to a very wonderful gentleman who showed us the way. We were a little lost and took a few wrong turns. We would definitely make this our go to hiking place
Walked this train with my 2 toddlers. There's many benches with shade to rest at. We passed tons of dogs and hikers on a beautiful Sunday hike. Info boards with animals to look for. Many side trains. I'll include a map of how far we walked in a 1 hour round trip. Will be back.
Terrific hike for a mid-day or even an early morning walk. This isn't for the lazy. Parts of it are pretty steep. But you see great views and you're in nature! Great place to seek out wildlife too.
Trail conditions & character
“Nice walk up to the view over looking Benicia bridge, Mt Diablo, down the south valley and towards the Oakland hills.”
“Nice walk up to the view over looking Benicia bridge, Mt Diablo, down the south valley and towards the Oakland hills.”
“Parking lot is at the corner between Alhambra and Franklin Canyon.”
“There are a few stretches with no shade, but plenty of stretches with full shade.”
“Close , dog friendly and nice with the John Muir trail info along the way.”
Plan your run at Mount Wanda Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitejmlt.org
- Phone+1 925-228-5460
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–6 pm |
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