Take This Northern California Brewery Trail For A Weekend You’ll Never Forget

Here is a fun adventure for beer enthusiasts! If you’re on the hunt for a weekend road trip that’s brimming fun, look no further than this Northern California brewery trail. This adventure is part beer tasting and part scenic escapade. Sip a variety of beers at these Bay Area breweries.

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If you follow this Northern California brewery trail you'll hit five breweries and explore the sunny East Bay. The first brewery on this trail doesn't open until noon, leaving you time to explore Livermore. Try going on a guided hike or visit some farm animals for a few hours.

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The first stop is Altamont Beer Works. This craft brewery serves 30 rotating beers on tap.

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Altamont Beer Works, 2402 Research Dr, Livermore, CA 94550, USA

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Altamont Beer Works opens at noon, perfect timing for lunch and a beer. In addition to locally-made brews, this brewery also has on-site food trucks and welcomes outside food.

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This second Livermore brewery looks like an office building from the outside, but inside you'll find an upscale and comfortable atmosphere with award-winning beers on tap.

Shadow Puppet Brewing Company, 4771 Arroyo Vista Suite B, Livermore, CA 94551, USA

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The brewery has four hour "happy hours" most days. They also regularly have food vendors visit, so you can pair delicious food with your beers.

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If you haven't had any food yet on this beer trail, you might want to have a meal with your beer at Danville Brewing Company.

Danville Brewing Co., 200 Railroad Ave Suite A, Danville, CA 94526, USA

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The helpful staff will help you choose a good beer that matches your preferences. But you really can't go wrong here. Danville Brewing Company is a three-time Great American Beer Festival winner. Take your time at this stop to enjoy a burger, sandwich, or an appetizer or two, such as their housemade pretzel bites or their ahi nachos.

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This popular brewery has eight Northern California locations. The San Ramon locations boasts outdoor seating and an ever-changing tap list.

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Fieldwork Brewing Company - San Ramon, 6000 Bollinger Canyon Rd STE 1206, San Ramon, CA 94583, USA

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If you try something you like, this brewery offers to-go beer in 16 ounce cans, growlers, and 32 ounce crawlers. We love that they offer small "taster" glasses for people who want more of a small sample than a full beer.

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For the last brewery on our Northern California beer trail, we've selected this ultra cool brewery and tap room in Concord.

Epidemic Ales, 150 Mason Cir J, Concord, CA 94520, USA

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The location makes this brewery feel like a hidden gem. You'll be pleasantly surprised when you walk into this fun space, full of tables, flat screen TVs, and some really funky artwork. Choose from one of the beers on tap, or a flight of several of them.

Whether you’re a seasoned beer connoisseur or just someone who loves a good time, get a group together on a beer tasting adventure. Be sure to choose someone to be your designated driver. Tell us, have you visited any of these breweries?