Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek (population 70,000+) is located 4.8 miles east of Lafayette and provides residents with a suburban/urban mix.
Walnut Creek has grown over the years and is now one of the major restaurant and retail centers of the East Bay, along with being the business hub of Contra Costa County. The city also has its fair share of parks and outdoor recreational areas, gardens and museums, and surrounding open spaces to explore.
Community
Downtown Walnut Creek is quite urban, with its retail shopping opportunities, restaurants, and condominiums. The majority of the city’s neighborhoods are more residential, featuring contemporary and mid-century modern style homes, quiet streets, nicely-sized lots, and quality schools.
Education
Walnut Creek is served by five school districts. Enjoy the benefits of top-ranked K-12 schools in either the Walnut Creek, Mt. Diablo, Acalanes, Lafayette, and San Ramon Valley school districts. Learn more about Walnut Creek schools on the City of Walnut Creek website.
Commute Times
Walnut Creek is 10 minutes by car and 5 minutes by Bay Area Rapid Transit train (BART) to Lafayette. Walnut Creek to Downtown Oakland is about a 25 minute trip via BART and a 25-40 minute ride by car, depending on traffic. A trip to San Francisco by BART is approximately 40 minutes.
Restaurants
From world-class restaurants and wine bars to brewpubs and diners, Walnut Creek offers something for every taste. Check out Tripadvisor’s list of top restaurants in town.
Local Markets
The Walnut Creek Farmers’ Market is a vibrant community gathering place with local farmers and artisans offering an array of food and goods. Just a short walk from BART, the market’s central location makes it accessible to everyone. Open year round, every Sunday from 9am-1pm.
Weather
Walnut Creek possesses a predominantly sunny and warm climate with a briefly cool and wet winter. The average high temperature is 69°F and the average low is 49°F.
Hiking
Great hiking trails (and biking) trails await those in Walnut Creek! Shell Ridge Open Space, the Diablo Foothills, and Mount Diablo State Park provide a hiking treasure trove to visitors. AllTrails has put together this list of the best places to hike in the Walnut Creek area.
Pet-Friendly
Walnut Creek has several dog parks in the city. The large and popular Heather Farm Dog Park is a must-visit; this one-acre park has specified areas for large and small dogs. Check out this list by Bring Fido for more off-leash parks where you can take your dog friends.
Bike-Friendly
Ready for some city cycling? The City of Walnut Creek is “committed to making it a safe and friendly place to ride bikes,” and is “continuously working to improve bike access for all.” View the Walnut Creek city Bike Map here. If trails are more your thing, check out this list of where to ride (there are many choices!).
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