Online Highways Home > California > Walnut Creek The first known inhabitants of the Walnut Creek area were Bolbones Indians. In March 1772, the first Spanish explorers arrived to the region. Walnut Creek was first known as "The Corners" -- where the two roads leading from Martinez & San Jose and Oakland converge. Early European residents planted many groves of walnut trees there. The town got its modern name from the creek that runs through the area and the groves of walnut trees. The walnut industry continued well into the 1960's but met its demise as the population grew. Now a thriving suburban hub surrounded by huge tracts of California Ranch Style homes, Walnut Creek, still a "Crossroads" is bound to be the urban center of the Diablo Valley. Guests in Walnut Creek can choose from a delightful range of hotels and motels. A world-class arts center and the chance to participate in a wide range of arts programs. Walnut Creek is located in Contra Costa County 30 miles east of San Francisco between Concord and Oakland along Interstate 680 at Highway 24. Walnut Creek is part of the Oakland, California metro area. Art Bedford Gallery | Education Alexander Educational Center | Golden Gate University-Walnut Creek | Restaurants, Cafes, Delis, Bakeries Prime Restaurant | Sukhraj Restaurant | Zheng Long Restauarant | Golf Embassy Suites Walnut Creek | Motels, Hotels and Resorts Diablo Mountain Inn | Embassy Suites Pleasant Hill-Walnut Cree | Walnut Creek Marriott | Residential and Commercial Real Estate Alain Pinel Realtors | CRS Commercial Real Estate Services | Diablo Realty | Spas and Health Resorts Ethereal Cosmo/Spa & Salon | Sports and Sporting Events All Outdoors Whitewater Rafting | See more California Cities and Towns. Other upcoming events include:

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