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Walnut-Creek
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
5.1
•
Community
8.1
•
Safeguard
7.0/10
Walnut Creek is a city located in the East Bay region of California, just 16 miles east of Oakland. The climate in Walnut Creek is characterized by warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Summers are typically sunny with average temperatures ranging from the mid-80s to low 90s°F, while winters are mild with temperatures averaging in the mid-50s to mid-60s°F.
The city is situated near the Walnut Creek watershed, which includes several creeks and streams. The primary hydrology constituents in this area are Walnut Creek and its tributaries. These waterways play a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of the region and provide recreational opportunities such as fishing and kayaking.
Walnut Creek offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities. The city is surrounded by beautiful parks and open spaces, including Mount Diablo State Park, which is renowned for its hiking and biking trails. The Iron Horse Regional Trail, stretching from Concord to Pleasanton, offers a scenic route for walking, jogging, and cycling. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy numerous golf courses in and around the city. Additionally, there are several community parks with facilities for picnicking, sports, and family gatherings. Overall, Walnut Creek provides a pleasant climate and abundant outdoor activities for nature enthusiasts.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 7.9
Walnut-Creek receives approximately
568mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 87%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Walnut-Creek has a plant hardyness factor of
9, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
San Francisco Bay
Area Rivers
San Francisco Bay
Snowpack Depths
San Francisco Bay
Reservoir Storage Capacity
San Francisco Bay
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.1
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis AFB Military | None | 73 ft | |||
| Camp Parks Military | None | 351 ft | |||
| Mt. Diablo State Park | 84 | 1,615 ft | |||
| Anthony Chabot Regional Park | None | 858 ft | |||
| Skyline Wilderness County Park | 59 | 184 ft | |||
| Alameda County Fairgrounds RV | None | 328 ft |
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 8.1
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.