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Anaheim Coves Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 93 Google reviews · Running trail in Anaheim, California · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- 6 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Anaheim Coves Trail'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.
Paved path around a water basin with wildlife, a public restroom, and drinking fountains for pets.
What runners say about Anaheim Coves Trail
“A very nice trail with bike lanes, some wild life like ducks and geese, the trail itself is well maintained”
“The good thing is that there is a really nice trail to stroll on and still enjoy the scenery, just lacks the nice grass to picnic on under those big beautiful trees.”
“The path continues for miles past the end of the pavement along the Santa Ana River and is a more quiet path than the mainline trail.”
I grew up near here and remember playing under big trees on large rolling grassy hills, it was so much fun to play here and enjoy the views of the mountains, river, and Angel Stadium. Now the area has been totally changed.
Easy out-and-back that’s paved for both walkers/runners and cyclists. Parking is free and located past the driving range parking lot. The trail is about 3 miles from end to end. There were a few alternate paths you could take that were made of compact dirt, but the path is primarily asphalt.
This is a great place to walk with a view of the water. Not crowded and easy to find. I plan to walk here regularly. Highly recommend!
Great park for walkers joggers runners bicycles . It's a fast trail, with little up or down hills. Two parking areas, one by golf area , small will lit a restroom, but will lock up after sunset (ball st) the other is on rio vista where you can easily park all day. Trail can be 2.
Trail conditions & character
“Its a really nice bikeway/walkway that is a paved and easy walk, with some nice lake views.”
“A paved, nicely designed and manicured 3-mile trail running parallel to the Santa Ana River.”
“Two parking areas, one by golf area , small will lit a restroom, but will lock up after sunset (ball st) the other is on rio vista where you can easily park all day.”
“Two parking areas, one by golf area , small will lit a restroom, but will lock up after sunset (ball st) the other is on rio vista where you can easily park all day.”
“The path continues for miles past the end of the pavement along the Santa Ana River and is a more quiet path than the mainline trail.”
“5 to 3 miles for a full circle along the water canal or if you travel north to glassell or 91 freeway you can make it into a 5 to 6 mile adventure.”
“This is a good path for families and small kids/babies in strollers could be taken on the trail.”
Plan your run at Anaheim Coves Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Loop distance6 mi back to where you parked. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, 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.
- Websiteanaheim.net
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–9 PM |
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