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)

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.