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The tower was constructed during the late 's of fossiliferous sandstone blocks quarried in the park.
The Visitor Center highlights the cultural and natural history of the park. Impressive exhibits chronicle the history of the mountain and capture its majesty.
A rock wall with instructional video examines the geological forces which created the mountain. A diorama, complete with sound, offers an overview of the park's ecosystems, and its cultural history. A model of the mountain acquaints visitors with important park locations. Splendid artwork and photographs enhance the visitor's experience.
A gift shop and audio-visual room are also located in the building. Accessible parking and ground level entry are provided and a generally accessible restroom is available inside the Visitor Center for use by persons with mobility disabilities. Additional non-compliant restrooms are located outside of the Visitor Center.
The elevator at the Summit Visitor Center is out of service until further notice. Observation Deck Telescopes are mounted on the deck to help visitors enjoy one of the finest views in the world.
On the walk up the circular stairway to the observation deck, visitors are treated to a look at ancient marine fossils embedded in the sandstone walls of the Summit Building. In the rotunda they are reminded of Mount Diablo's importance as a survey point. Above the rotunda is a beacon, historically important to aviators and now lighted once a year on December 7 in memory of those who lost their lives at Pearl Harbor.
Explore Rock City! Native American grinding rocks are located near Grotto. A great place to picnic.
Make a trip to the Mitchell Canyon Staging Area! A number of trails take off from Mitchell Canyon that range from easy to difficult.
A small visitor center is located here, open on weekends and holidays. The Mitchell Canyon area is noted for its wildflower displays during spring.
Park Safety! Fires are a continuing threat at Mount Diablo State Park. Weather conditions may restrict smoking, prohibit fires or even close the park during periods of extreme fire danger. See park staff for specific information. Fires are only allowed in the park's barbecues or in your portable camp stove.
Collection of firewood is prohibited in the park. Report a non-emergency tree down, broken park feature, etc. Tell us about your experience? Send an e-mail to Feedback.
MountDiablo parks. It was established in as the initial point of the Mount Diablo Base Line and Meridian for land surveys spanning two-thirds of California and all of Nevada. Photograph by Mike Fuller. Loading feed Mount Diablo State Park. This action will help protect critical care for patients. While the order includes the closure of campground sites in impacted regions, the state also recognizes that mental health is physical health. As such, day use outdoor areas of park units currently open to the public will remain open.
Members of the same household are encouraged to stay local and recreate responsibly in the outdoors.
Please take the time to read the information contained on this webpage to find out what is open and closed, and the COVID guidelines for this park unit. Very limited parking is now available to the public. Once the park has reached its safe parking capacity, the park will be closed to vehicle entry. A sweeping Grand Strand beach, pristine and wide open, stands as one of the most recognizable South Carolina landmarks. Revel in sea-breeze camping, the finest surf fishing South Carolina has to offer and some of the top bird-watching on the East Coast.
There are also South Carolina landmarks such as Atalaya, the picturesque, Moorish-style winter home of Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington , philanthropist and sculptor, respectively, who left the park and adjacent Brookgreen Gardens as their legacy. Art lovers, meanwhile, flock by the thousands to the prestigious, juried Atalaya Arts and Crafts Festival held each September in and around the former home of Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington.
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