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California Citrus State Historic Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,403 Google reviews · Running trail in Riverside, California · Posted hours

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Confirmed from California Citrus State Historic 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 parking

Park dedicated to preserving the history of California's great citrus boom of the 20th century.

What runners say about California Citrus State Historic Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (1,403 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 4 mentions

“The bathrooms are nice for a park and always very clean.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 10 mentions

“The park’s beautiful landscape is home to an astonishing variety of over 100 different species of citrus fruits and trees, each more intriguing than the last.”

👟 good for all levels 3 mentions

“There are plenty of opportunities for guests to interact with the exhibits, making it both educational and fun for people of all ages.”

Better late than Navel. Had a great visit during weekend. The park’s museum exhibits and interpretive features share the story of the citrus industry's role in the history when "Citrus was King" in California, Be sure to hike the short and sweet citrus groves. Enjoy the greenery and scents of different orange trees.

★★★★☆ — Sam , Oct 2022

Definitely worth stopping. We took some time and walked around the museum and frolicked through the fields. There are gazebos, picnic tables, and benches to take in a lovely view of the numerous citrus trees and surrounding mountains. I would come here on a 1st date, walk the trail, or read a good book.

★★★★★ — Samantha , May 2022

This is an especially lovely State Park. They support Circle types of citrus but you are not allowed to Pick Nor take any other fruit. They do have a stand across the street or you can purchase the fruit. You need to pay for parking and usually there's nobody at the guard shack so it's a self-pay honor System.

★★★★★ — Monica , May 2019

300 acres of citrus, including some exotic varieties. Easy walking trails with signs indicating varieties and some history of citrus growing in California. It should be noted that the small park museum is only open on weekends, Friday to Sunday.

★★★★★ — Ray , Dec 2023

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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 15 mentions

“The park’s beautiful landscape is home to an astonishing variety of over 100 different species of citrus fruits and trees, each more intriguing than the last.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 5 mentions

“You need to pay for parking and usually there's nobody at the guard shack so it's a self-pay honor System.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

“The bathrooms are nice for a park and always very clean.”

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Plan your run at California Citrus State Historic 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
  • Websiteparks.ca.gov
  • Phone(951) 780-6222

Hours

Monday 8 AM–5 PM
Tuesday 8 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 8 AM–5 PM
Thursday 8 AM–5 PM
Friday 8 AM–5 PM
Saturday 8 AM–5 PM
Sunday 8 AM–5 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 California Citrus State Historic Park

9400 Dufferin Ave, Riverside, CA 92503

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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.