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Arroyo Pescadero Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 705 Google reviews · Running trail in Whittier, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- 2 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Arroyo Pescadero Trailhead'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.
This loop trail in a natural setting has a parking lot & access to the Arroyo San Miguel trail.
What runners say about Arroyo Pescadero Trailhead
“I completed the 2-mile loop and really enjoyed the wide, well-maintained trails and beautiful scenery.”
“The trail was easy to follow and made for a relaxing walk with plenty of opportunities to enjoy nature and the surrounding hills.”
“Overall, this was a peaceful and enjoyable hike, and I look forward to coming back and exploring more of the area.”
“This is a fairly easy trail I had kids do trail.”
Parking gets a bit crazy after 9 am but you can also park Along street. This is a fairly easy trail I had kids do trail. Bring water stay hydrated. I’ve seen lil snakes and rabbits. Doing entire loop is about 2.7 miles
Nice small trail that provides a great view of UCR and Downtown Riverside. I usually hike this when I want to take a picture of a good sunset. Hardly anyone else on the trail, nice and quiet.
Very nice trail, especially in the spring. There are also benches with beautiful sunset views. Parking is limited.
I came here for a bike ride but immediately saw a sign that says no bikes. Fortunately the map at the information station showed that the Arroyo San Miguel Trail is open to mountain bikes. Beautiful vegetation and wild flowers this time of year. Lots of rabbits out.
Trail conditions & character
“I noticed a portable toilet and a drinking fountain at the parking lot (which was surprisingly full by 7:30 AM on a week day).”
“I completed the 2-mile loop and really enjoyed the wide, well-maintained trails and beautiful scenery.”
“I completed the 2-mile loop and really enjoyed the wide, well-maintained trails and beautiful scenery.”
“I saw families and folks walking dogs — the vibe was very community oriented.”
“Overall, this was a peaceful and enjoyable hike, and I look forward to coming back and exploring more of the area.”
“I noticed a portable toilet and a drinking fountain at the parking lot (which was surprisingly full by 7:30 AM on a week day).”
“I noticed a portable toilet and a drinking fountain at the parking lot (which was surprisingly full by 7:30 AM on a week day).”
Plan your run at Arroyo Pescadero Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- Loop distance2 mi back to where you parked
- 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.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitehabitatauthority.org
- Phone+1 562-945-9003
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–5 pm |
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