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Albert Van Zanten Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 139 Google reviews · Running trail in El Cajon, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Albert Van Zanten Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. 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.
Playground and sports grounds offering baseball fields, a basketball court and tennis courts, along with grassy areas.
What runners say about Albert Van Zanten Park
“There are well kept bathrooms and a large drinking fountain.”
“Some days I was actually thankful for the dim lighting a nice calm walk with dog thru the park and or track.”
“Don't let the small size confuse you the beautiful part dog friendly and as you can see watching the sunset is pretty nice too”
Lived across the street from Greenfield mid school for about 2 years. I walked my dog at the park every single night. Sometimes in the wee hours of the morning. I always felt safe. The only negative is the place is poorly lit.
Went to Greenfield middle!! This green grassy park is where we would run and do laps in P.E. Its perfect for morning walks or just to have a picnic. Theres multiple baseball fields and a track. There is also a sand bar used for volleyball but it usually is not kept. (Unless they changed but I'm not sure)
I just started going there with my service 🐕, Maya and my roommate. It is so clean and well maintained. Lots of grass and shade trees. Perfect for a summer evening
I love this place for morning walks with my dog. Sadly, when school starts (Aug 17th)the park won't open until after 3pm. Very clean and green.
Trail conditions & character
“Don't let the small size confuse you the beautiful part dog friendly and as you can see watching the sunset is pretty nice too”
“There are well kept bathrooms and a large drinking fountain.”
Plan your run at Albert Van Zanten Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- At the trailheadparking, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Phone(619) 441-1670
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 4–9 PM |
| Friday | 4–9 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–9 PM |
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