Black Walnut Orchard

Before neighborhoods replaced much of Walnut Creek's farmland, orchards helped define the landscape. Today, Sugarloaf Open Space preserves one of the city's last remaining black walnut orchards—a living connection to that agricultural past.

Walk beneath mature walnut trees, enjoy nearby picnic areas, and explore short trails leading to scenic ridgelines with views of Mount Diablo, Shell Ridge, and Las Trampas Ridge. The orchard sits alongside a native plant garden, amphitheater, and group picnic areas, making it one of Walnut Creek's most unique open space destinations.

Whether you're hiking, enjoying a picnic, or simply looking for a quiet place to relax, the Black Walnut Orchard offers a chance to experience a piece of Walnut Creek that has become increasingly rare.

Did You Know?

🌳 One of the last black walnut orchards in Walnut Creek still grows here.

Sugarloaf Open Space protects one of the city's last remaining black walnut orchards, preserving a landscape that reflects Walnut Creek's agricultural heritage while providing a peaceful place to explore today.