Things to Do

Lamorinda’s outdoor spaces are a major reason people move here. Rolling hills, reservoirs, miles of trails, and weather that lets you enjoy them year-round. Here’s how to make the most of it.

The Must-Dos

• Lafayette Reservoir — The crown jewel. Walk, jog, kayak, or just sit by the water.
• Lafayette-Moraga Trail — Paved path connecting two towns. Great for bikes, strollers, and morning runs.
• Orinda Theatre — Catch a film in an 80-year-old Art Deco landmark.

Parks & Recreation

Lafayette

• Lafayette Reservoir
• Lafayette Community Park
• Briones Regional Park (trailhead access)

Moraga

• Moraga Commons Park (concerts in summer)
• Rancho Laguna Park
• Campolindo trails

Orinda

• Orinda Oaks Park
• Siesta Valley
• San Pablo Dam Road scenic routes

Trails

The East Bay Regional Park District and local trail systems offer everything from paved paths to serious hikes:

• Lafayette-Moraga Regional Trail — 7.6 miles, paved, flat
• Briones to Mt. Diablo Trail — Connects regional parks
• Reservoir rim trails — Both paved and unpaved options

Entertainment

• Orinda Theatre — First-run and independent films
• Summer concerts at Moraga Commons
• Farmers markets (seasonal, check locations)

Seasonal Note: Early April 2026

Wildflower season holds. We’re past peak but still gorgeous — California poppies remain vivid orange on the hillsides, lupine is fading but present, and the green hills are lush. The first two weeks of April offer prime trail conditions before blooms fully fade and grasses start their transition to gold.

Evening magic. Sunsets push past 7:40pm now, stretching after-work trail time. The reservoir and Lafayette-Moraga Trail see their busiest crowds of the year on nice evenings — arrive by 5pm if you want a parking spot for a golden-hour loop.

Easter weekend (April 5): Expect busier trails and parks this Sunday. The Moraga Commons Easter egg hunt typically draws families; check local announcements. Plan for crowds at the reservoir and popular trailheads.

This week’s tip: Early April mornings are perfect — cool starts warming to mid-60s to low-70s by afternoon. Wildflowers are holding strong, but photograph them now; by mid-month they’ll be fading. Bring layers — Lamorinda’s microclimates can surprise you.

Looking ahead: Mid-April marks the transition. The vivid green hills start turning golden, wildflowers fade, and California’s dry season approaches. Enjoy the green while it lasts.

The Lifestyle

Living here means integrating outdoors into your routine. Morning walks at the reservoir, bike commutes on the trail, post-dinner strolls through downtown. The infrastructure makes it easy.