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Acalanes Ridge Open Space Acalanes South Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Running trail in Lafayette, California · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Acalanes Ridge Open Space Acalanes South Trail yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Acalanes Ridge Open Space Acalanes South Trail
“A beautiful little ridge hike that’s only about 1.”
A beautiful short hike. I did enjoy being in the nature and saw the street at the same time.
A beautiful little ridge hike that’s only about 1.5 miles long from start to finish.
Fun little hike. Not very tough. But incredible views when you get to the top
Trail conditions & character
“Lovely short trail with sweeping views of Walnut Creek”
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The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Phone(925) 943-8554
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