2026 Views in The Valley Photo CompetitionOpen Landscapes Photo Submissions
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Windmill Livermore Hills by Michelle Mitchell - This was taken from the end of our court in Livermore , east, on a beautiful foggy morning.
Livermore Valley by Susan Finn- Taken at "The Lookout" at Mendenhall Rd & Del Valle Rd, March 2026. I think this view highlights the geological "hug" of the Livermore Valley. I love this view because it reminds me of growing up here (in the country) and the warm, secure feeling of the hills all around, like a security blanket.
Heartfull Cowboy Sage by Jordan Valerga. I found this heart shape in the cowboy sage while hiking near rock city on Mt Diablo. It was a natural shape, meaning I did not make it happen, it just did. Nature is amazing
The Pond by Jordan Valerga. This view of the sky, pond and beautiful Great Egert was just perfect. I was lucky enough to experience it first hand, so im sharing it with you. This was a pond at the Martinez Marina waterfront.
Foggy Morning by Spencer DeMera, on Lake Del Valle
Spots of Morning Light by Spencer DeMera, on Lake Del Valle
Bright Cloudy Mornings by Spencer DeMera on Lake Del Valle
Rolling Fog by Spencer DeMera
Spring Oak by Spencer DeMera, on a Livermore Hill in Holdner Park
A Spring Oak by Spencer DeMera Fronting Green Hills and Snowy Del Valle Peaks
Golden Hour Spring Time in Livermore by Spencer DeMera
Altamont Pass Wind Mills by Spencer DeMera
Lake Del Valle by Richard Finn. It looks so peaceful in black and white, almost like a silver mirror tucked behind the shore. Those bare branches reaching over the water give it a bit of a lonely, quiet feel, especially with the way they stand out against the sand. It’s the kind of view that makes you want to stop for a second and just breathe in the stillness.
87-3 by Ken Sweezy. An abandoned tanker truck and solitary wind turbine in front of a modern wind turbine farm in the hills above Livermore.
Olivina by Richard Finn. It’s really cool to see these old stone pillars still standing tall, holding up the Olivina sign just like they did back in the day. This is the original gateway to the Olivina ranch and vineyards. You can almost picture the wagons or early cars passing through this gateway.
Bench by Anna Rouse. The bench at the top of the hill at Lake Del Valle. Always a nice spot to rest after a long time
Beautiful Lake Del Valle by Anna Rouse
Rolling Hills by Nancy Wright. Springtime hills off of Camino Tassajara, Pleasanton. I used to love to ride my bike through these areas
Valley View by Nancy Wright. A view of the Valley from partway up Mt Diablo, on a late August afternoon. So much to see with these expansive views the mountain gives us.
Old Windmill by Nancy Wright. An old windmill on Collier Canyon Road, Livermore. This windmill has fallen into disuse after standing at the top of Collier Canyon for years.
Lone Oak by Rajesh Subramanian .Photographed within the Sycamore Valley Regional Preserve in Danville. I like to photograph trees that exhibit a rare blend of raw character and natural symmetry. The way this oak tree stood isolated on the ridge felt intentional.By timing the shot for the final moments of the day, I was able to use the light to create a sense of depth, making the gnarled branches reach for the sun.
Serpentine Ridge Trail by Rajesh Taken in Del Valle Regional Park in early Spring. After discovering the composition midday, I waited until the final hours of the evening for the light to shift. The wait was to catch the low-angle light as it skimmed the ridges, casting the long, dramatic shadows to emphasize the windy trail.
The Sentinels by Rajesh Subramanian. Photographed near Altamont Pass, I’ve always been fascinated by how these majestic windmills —though man-made—possess a unique ability to blend seamlessly into the undulating rolling hills. I was drawn to the contrast of their sleek, white geometry against the organic curves of the land, portraying a surprising sense of peace and environmental harmony. Hope the photograph conveys the same feeling.
Dublin Hills by Shinnan Kiang. Painted Dublin Hills in winter: By using a telephoto lens from over 5 miles away, the scene's perspective is beautifully compressed, turning the grazing cattle into subtle artistic strokes across the terrain.
“Painted Sky” by Mackenzie Steele. Looking from Dublin towards Castro Valley on Donlan Point. Taken in mid-October. It was my first hike up my hill with my newly gifted lens and the sky seemed to know that.
Golden Glow by Monique Rardin Richardson, Where Dublin Boulevard ends and the rolling East Bay hills begin. A perfect local vantage point to watch the sky put on a show.
Diablo in White by Monique Rardin Richardson. A vibrant view from the Alamo Creek Trail in San Ramon, where a canopy of lush green oak leaves perfectly frames a majestic Mount Diablo in the distance.
Bare Beauty by Monique Rardin Richardson. A silhouette of a solitary tree against a vivid, saturated twilight sky, photographed at the scenic foothills at the eastern end of Dublin Boulevard, California.
Foggy Morning by Lynn Monica, Foggy Morning in Sycamore Grove
Foggy Morning Hike by Lynn Monica. Foggy Morning Hike in Sycamore Grove
Tree Light by Lynn Monica. Tree Filtered Light in Sycamore Grove
Looking Up by Lynn Monica
The Historian by James McCabe . The Historian. This iconic oak tree above Foothill Rd has witnessed Pleasanton's growth from Jose Amadors settlement to todays vibrant city.
Alameda Creek by James McCabe Tranquility. Alameda Creek at "Little Yosemite", Sunol Regional Wilderness.
Tri-Valley by James McCabe. The splendour of the Valley.Taken from Mendenhall Rd above Livermore.
Resilience Alameda Creek by James McCabe The Survivor. I marvel at the tenacity and resilience of this tree in the bed of Alameda Creek at "Little Yosemite" in Sunol Regional Wilderness.
Diablo Sunset by James McCabe. Late afternoon sun star, Mt. Diablo.
Fiddleneck by James McCabe. Can you hear the Music? Spring Fiddlenecks at Sycamore Grove Regional Park, Livermore.
Morgan Territory by James McCabe Wildland on our Doorstep. Morgan Territory Regional Preserve taken from Mt. Diablo.
Spring Magic by Josh Dye. This photo was taken over Morgan Territory a few years ago in the peak of our greenest months. I love this tucked away canyon that perfectly composes Mount Diablo in the distance and the conditions on this day were perfectly clear.
Fogmill by Josh Dye. A windmill stands above the low fog that is slowly creeping over the Altamont Pass on a chilly January morning as the sun and shadows create a balance to the scene.
Altamont Ablaze by Josh Dye. An unbelievable sunrise over the Altamont Pass while the green hills and windmills below catch the first rays of sunlight.
.Springrolls by Josh Dye. The perfect spring day in 2021 over the rolling hills of Morgan Territory.
Fog Dreams by Josh Dye. A foggy morning over the Altamont Pass as the low fog slowly creeps below a towering windmill.
Midday Hike by Ramon Arellano II. Midday Hike in the Valley. Taken along the foothills of Mt. Diablo.
Tassajara Ridge by Ramon Arellano II. Sunrise at Tassajara Ridge Trail. Taken on an early spring morning along the Tassajara Ridge Trail in San Ramon.
Unforgettable by Young Chang . Taken at Sunol regional during a sunrise hike with my friends. The hazy look combined the the sunrise shining onto the hill make this picture unforgettable.
Green Fields by Young Chang. As the sun rose over the rolling hills at Sunol Regional Wilderness, golden light spread across the landscape and illuminated the vibrant green fields. The peaceful morning sky and soft sunlight created a breathtaking view that made the entire wilderness feel calm and alive.
Shadow Cliffs by Dorothea Ellsworth - Taken in May at Shadow Cliff. I love this photo because it is beautiful, shows the lushness of nature, and how nature encompasses you. Additional, I took it while hiking with my mom on Mother’s Day. I think it will inspire others because it shows how you are Botha part of nature and only a small piece.
Valley View by Jack Balch , Valley View
Clouds over Brushy Peak by Markus Huber Bushy Peak is almost in my backyard. We hike there yearround and love the daily scenery changes.
Laughlin Loop at Brushy Peak by Markus Huber Bushy Peak is almost in my backyard. We hike there yearround and love the daily scenery changes.
Los Vaqueros after Wildfire by Markus Huber This is from the burned hillside at Morgan Territory looking down on Los Vaqueros reservoir. I love the contrast of the charred branches with the blue water.
Morgan Territory & Mt. Diablo 2 by Markus Huber Heavy rainfalls last spring created these unusual vernal pools in Livermore's Springtown.
Setting Moon at Brushy Peak by Markus Huber. We have a tradition of hiking up Brushy Peak to hit the sunrise at the very top on Good Fridays. This year the Sun rose in the east at the same time that the moon set in the west.
Sunset 1 at Springtown Wetlands by Markus Huber. Living in Livermore's Springtown we frequently take sunset walks along Altamont Creek. We love our edge-of-town location in Springtown.
Lake Del Valle by Dhaval Kapil. This picture was taken at the Del Valle Lake. Wife and I had hiked up to the overlook, hoping for a view, and got a vulture circling on top of it. The lake and hills were looking beautiful. I hope it pushes someone to look up while they're out there. The lake is what people come for, but a vulture cutting across the sky is the kind of small thing you only see if you're paying attention.
Through the Branches by Dhaval Kapil. This picture was taken while hiking the Del Valle Ridge Trail. Wife and I had been walking past this tree for a while before we noticed it was framing the whole valley. The branches are still bare from winter, while the hills below have already turned green. The best compositions are often something you've walked past a dozen times without seeing.
Glow Over Del Valle by Dhaval Kapil. This picture was taken at the entrance/exit of the Del Valle Ridge Trail, Livermore. Wife and I’d hiked out to this overlook and came across warm clouds piling up across the valley while the hills below were peak spring green. Seeing the rolling hills filled with trees and green grass, makes us feel one with nature.
Green Season by Dhaval Kapil. This picture was taken from the Morgan Territory Road, Livermore. The road opens onto views like this for only a few weeks each spring. I'd driven the road before without stopping; this time I pulled over, and the hills were greener than I'd ever seen them. I wish it inspires someone to stop on a road they’ve only driven past, and put a pause on time to taken in what this land has to offer.
Twilight Over Dublin by Dhaval Kapil. This picture was taken from Dublin Hills Regional Open Space Preserve, and looks over at Schaefer Ranch. I like that this view holds both things at once: the vneighbourhood where people are sitting down to dinner, and the ridge above it where the light is still hanging on. Wife and I hiked up just before sunset and stayed until the sky turned this color. I hope people who live around recognize this kind of view as something just outside their door.
Layers by Stephanie Lin. Taken at East Shore Trail at Del Valle Regional Park. My favorite time of the year at Del Valle is when the hills are green.
Its Okay to Take a Break by Stephanie Lin. Taken at East Shore Trail at Del Valle Regional Park at the iconic bench under the oak tree. My favorite spot to take a break.
Top of the World by Stephanie Lin. Taken at East Shore Trail at Del Valle Regional Park. The hills belong to everyone out here, but this one just has the best seat in the house.
Tassajara Ridge Trail on Yellow by Ildebrando Noval Taken at Tassajara Ridge Trail in San Ramon in early spring. One of our favorite hikes in the springtime to spots some early blooms and this one did not disappoint.
Full Moonrise at Spring Vineyard by Jay Huang. Full Moonrise over Spring Vineyard in Livermore. This is one single shot with one exposure.
Fog Invasion by Jay Huang. Taken over Morgan Territory Area during the sunrise.
Lupine Sunrise in San Ramon by Jay Huang Sunrise at a Wild Lupine Field in San Ramon
Spring Rolling Hills by Jay Huang. Sunset at Spring Rolling Hills when the tri-valley at its best green.
Water Falls in Pleasanton by Jay Huang Water Falls in Pleasanton area during the Spring Time
Looking West from Morgan Territory by Athony Keen. Looking west from Morgan Territory Rd towards Dublin and Pleasanton. Very peaceful area
Sunrise from Croak Road by Athony Keen Looking West from Croak Rd at sunrise. There were deer, and a lot of turkeys out
Mt.Diablo by Athony Keen View of Mt Diablo from Morgan Territory Reserve, Livermore. A beautiful place to go walking
Tree Stump by Athony Keen Tree stump at Morgan Territory Reserve, Livermore. A very nice place to walk
Cows by Athony Keen Cows by a pond at Morgan Territory Reserve, Livermore. I love walking in this place.
Moody Mt Diablo by Doris Ward Moody Mt. Diablo Views taken from just above downtown Clayton
Sunrise at Del Valle by Dean Simpson Beautiful sunrise at Lake Del Valle
Between the Clouds by Dean Simpson Walking between the clouds near Lake Del Valle.
Lund Ranch TVC Wildflower Hike by Barbara Mallon. Wild flower TVC Hike on April 4. 2026. (We all signed release before hike.)
Del Valle Foggy Panorama by Barbara Mallon I walked on a foggy morning at Delvalle lake. This is a iPhone panorama.
A Sunlit Stroll by Nidhi Kota Taken at the Arroyo Mocho trail from Santa Rita in early summer. I liked how the goose above flew over the open scene. The trail, grass, and trees are tinted yellow from the sunset and the water is a bright and reflective blue.
Sunset in Livermore by Robert Nardy Sunset countryside in Livermore. Sunsets are one of my most favorite types of photo to be taken.