Juniper Campground

About

Juniper Campground sits approximately 2 miles below the summit of Mount Diablo at roughly 3,000 feet elevation, offering some of the most expansive views in the Bay Area. From the nearby Diablo Valley Overlook at 2,900 feet, campers can see the Golden Gate Bridge, the Central Valley, and on clear days, the Sierra Nevada. The campground contains 36 developed sites arranged in a single loop, each equipped with a picnic table and fire pit or Diablo stove. Facilities include flush restrooms, hot showers at no extra cost, and potable water, though the water supply depends on spring production and may be limited during drought years. Three sites (9, 10, and 19) are ADA accessible with level tent pads and accessible parking. Dogs are permitted in the campground on leash but are prohibited on all trails and fire roads within the park. Due to narrow, winding Summit Road with overhanging tree branches, RVs and trailers are strictly limited to 20 feet. The campground operates year-round, though winter snow occasionally occurs at this elevation. Park gates lock at sunset and open at 8:00 AM, so campers arriving after dark must plan accordingly. Reservations are available through ReserveCalifornia up to six months in advance.

Directions

From Highway 680, take the Diablo Road exit in Walnut Creek. Drive east for 3 miles to Mount Diablo Scenic Boulevard and follow the winding road up to the park. Continue to Juniper Campground near the summit area. Note that roads are narrow and winding with a maximum vehicle length of 20 feet.