The Old Borges Ranch is a 1,035 acres historic district in the Mt. Diablo foothills within the 2,600-acre Walnut Creek Open Space in Contra Costa County, California. A former cattle ranch, Old Borges Ranch includes multiple historic buildings, a ranger station, farm animals, and access to trails.
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Diablo Foothills Regional Park
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Castle Rock Regional Recreation Area
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Castle Rock Trail Entrance
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A wonderful excursion for family and friends. The former cattle ranch stands as it did at the turn of the last century. Complete with chickens, roosters, goats, and sheep, you can walk around with the animals and even pet them. If you love hiking this is a great spot. Trails offer breathtaking views of rolling hills. Its free!
In winter months, Ranger Bruce opens the blacksmithing shed and you can make a hook for 5 bucks! (by...
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My Girlfriends mother was instrumental in setting this up after her only son took his life. It was a good way to remember him and highlights one of the pioneering families that settled here. It was a tough existence, and they survived here for generations, and I remember Dale Borges and we grew up together here in the Northgate area in the same grade. I recall his father being so strict as to shave his head when...
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This was a pleasant surprise while we were out for a walk while visiting my sister. It’s just a preserved ranch. I was not expecting to see this on the walk, but I was glad it came up. It’s always nice to come across a piece of preserved local history, it has everything from blacksmith to schoolhouse on...
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