Hike Mount Vaca Year-Round

Hike to the highest spot in Solano County any time of year in Vacaville! Photo: © goodluz – stock.adobe.com

VACAVILLE – Explore the highest point of Solano County with the many trails up and around Mount Vaca. On a clear day, you’ll take in amazing views of the valley, Mount Diablo, Mount Tamalpais and maybe even the Sierra Nevada. After arriving at the base of Mount Vaca, you’ll find there’s one main route to the summit. On a nice day, it’s an easy 1.8- mile round-trip with 250 feet of elevation gain. For the more adventurous, there is an 11.2-mile round-trip trail with an elevation gain of 2,200 feet that can be hiked or biked from Mix Canyon Road.

Find directions to Mount Vaca and more information on the different routes and trails at SummitPost.org.