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Cardoza Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 837 Google reviews · Running trail in Milpitas, California · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Cardoza 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.
Ten-acre park featuring a baseball field, horseshoe & volleyball courts & an outdoor amphitheater.
What runners say about Cardoza Park
“The park is clean and well-maintained, making it an ideal spot for families and children alike.”
Amazing place to go for a walk, easy parking and in between of the mountains. Went to this place last year for Ganesha utsav and Holi celebration
Its so good. So many separate grass fields interconnected with swaying dirt paths. And very community positive so games and events are frequent.
Trail conditions & character
“Accessibility, Wheelchair accessible entrance and Wheelchair accessible parking lot.”
“Amenities, Barbecue grill, Basketball court, Public restroom.”
“Accessibility, Wheelchair accessible entrance and Wheelchair accessible parking lot.”
Plan your run at Cardoza Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitemilpitas.gov
- Phone(408) 586-3210
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8:30 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 8:30 AM–10 PM |
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