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Canyon Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 507 Google reviews · Running trail in Costa Mesa, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Canyon 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.
Basic park set in a residential neighborhood, with a playground, picnic tables & open green space.
What runners say about Canyon Park
“The very first time I had explored it on my mountain bike , I was surprised by how beautiful the park was if you like nature it's a diamond in the rough”
This is a hidden gem with several walking trails and a large pond, among other things. It's close to neighborhoods and easy to get to, but once in the park it feels like you're out in the wilderness. Lots of short, easy dirt walking trails and pretty nature views.
Good morning walk with my dog. The flowers and butterflies 🦋 are starting to become more abundant lately. 2 weeks till spring and warmer weather as the rains have given all the plants a drink. Water is flowing in the canyon! I love ❤️ it
More than just a park, but an adventure for bikers Joggers Walkers runners and family's. The park is interconnected with canyon park plus talbert regional park..together, creating a huge place to enjoy your day..in addition, it offers acces to the water canal water trail that can lead to the city or to the ocean.
Nestled in the coastal hills of Costa Mesa, here’s a great place to go as an alternative nature spot! Canyon Park was obviously formed from runoff during the rainy season’s, thus carving downhill paths. Then there may be a babbling brook to enjoy.
Trail conditions & character
“The very first time I had explored it on my mountain bike , I was surprised by how beautiful the park was if you like nature it's a diamond in the rough”
“Dogs are allowed in the park, and the park has a children's playground area and good parking.”
“Nestled in the coastal hills of Costa Mesa, here’s a great place to go as an alternative nature spot!”
“I had to find a tree, as public restrooms were nowhere to be found!”
“Dogs are allowed in the park, and the park has a children's playground area and good parking.”
“The talbert park is flat and brushy, but offers ling stretches of scenic views.”
Plan your run at Canyon 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
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitecostamesaca.gov
- Phone+1 714-754-5300
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–6 pm |
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