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Cascades Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 356 Google reviews · Running trail in Monterey Park, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Cascades 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.
Relaxing park featuring a waterfall, stairs and a fountain, plus picnic spots.
What runners say about Cascades Park
“Such a stunningly beautiful park that pictures and videos doesn't do it justice but it helps.”
“Never been to this spot before and I will come back because it's so hidden and peaceful.”
Beautiful, Spectacular and amazing. Brought back lots of memories. My dad used to take me here as a kid growing up & me and my brother would run up the hill while my parents had a romantic walk under the stars. Fantastic place to have a romantic evening picnic with cheese and wine. No alcohol please😉.
Peaceful area with a nice view You can walk the stairs for a lil exercise. Perfect picture spot
Beautiful. I love walking here and just sitting and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere.
Trail conditions & character
“Such a stunningly beautiful park that pictures and videos doesn't do it justice but it helps.”
“Never been to this spot before and I will come back because it's so hidden and peaceful.”
“At night, the fountain features colored lights too”
“My dad used to take me here as a kid growing up & me and my brother would run up the hill while my parents had a romantic walk under the stars.”
Plan your run at Cascades 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.
- 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 — reported by runners
- Websitemontereypark.ca.gov
- Phone+1 626-307-1389
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
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