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Bell Gardens John Anson Ford Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 1,892 Google reviews · Running trail in Bell Gardens, California · Posted hours

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Confirmed from Bell Gardens John Anson Ford 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.

ScenicRestroomsTrailhead parkingQuiet

Tranquil park with a lake, soccer fields, basketball courts, play equipment & a walking path.

What runners say about Bell Gardens John Anson Ford Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (1,892 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 5 mentions

“The fields are well maintained, the paths are great for a stroll, and there’s always something happening without feeling crowded.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 8 mentions

“just a beautiful park where you can relax or to have a gathering such as birthday parties or barbecues with the family .”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 4 mentions

“It was very peaceful and clean.”

This is an amazing park,.one of cleanest well maintained parks that I have been to..if I could give it 10 stars I would..came here with a Cycling team to get our ride in were there is an entrance to the Rio Hondo river bike path..the trees here tell a story just by looking at them .

★★★★★ — Dbl.G. , Feb 2025

This park is very beautiful, very clean, peaceful, many people come to walk with their dogs to walk and exercise, on Saturdays and Sundays there are many people making roast meats with the whole family, you can also celebrate birthdays as long as you set aside the party place in advance. .

★★★★★ — Eduardo , Aug 2021

John Anson Ford Park is one of those local spots that surprises you in the best way. Huge green spaces, lakes with ducks living their best lives, and enough room for kids to run around until they forget what “inside voice” means.

★★★★★ — Guillaume , Nov 2025

This PARK is OUTSTANDING! 😁 I Love bringing my kids here.. They love it too. The park is HUGE. It has a beautiful lake😍just out for🦆walking around Lots of space for the kids to run🤾⛹️& play. It has a big playground. Don't let my for get this park has a center for all ages, Kids & adults!!!

★★★★★ — Rose , Apr 2026

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 10 mentions

“just a beautiful park where you can relax or to have a gathering such as birthday parties or barbecues with the family .”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 4 mentions

“It was very peaceful and clean.”

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🚻 Restrooms 3 mentions

“great park if you like walking,, jogging or just having the kids run around in scooters,The bathrooms are always clean and maintained.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“Parking can get a little busy during events, but nothing unmanageable.”

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Plan your run at Bell Gardens John Anson Ford 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, restrooms — reported by runners
  • Phone(562) 806-7650

Hours

Monday 8 AM–10 PM
Tuesday 8 AM–10 PM
Wednesday 8 AM–10 PM
Thursday 8 AM–10 PM
Friday 8 AM–10 PM
Saturday 8 AM–10 PM
Sunday 8 AM–10 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Bell Gardens John Anson Ford Park

8000 Park Ln, Bell Gardens, CA 90201

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.