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Chambers Creek Regional Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,973 Google reviews · Running trail in University Place, Washington · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- 3 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Chambers Creek Regional 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.
Expansive grassy park with playground equipment and picnic tables, plus an off-leash dog park.
What runners say about Chambers Creek Regional Park
“You can park on top and walk a well-maintained pathway, or you can park on the lower level and go to the beach or lay on the grass.”
“It’s a place where you can stroll alongside a beautiful beach and enjoy the stunning view of a lush, green golf course, losing track of time as you walk.”
Chambers Creek Regional Park Review: Grand View Loop Trail Chambers Creek Regional Park is a stunning gem., offering breathtaking views and a variety of recreational opportunities. I recently hiked the Grand View Loop Trail, a roughly 3-mile loop, and was thoroughly impressed.
This is a special place. Stunning views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. A paved walking trail that circles the golf course, runs along the waterfront and connects you to the pedestrian bridge over the railroad tracks to the beach, playgrounds, dog park, bathrooms and more.
Beautiful park! Well maintained trails and friendly park with restrooms, water stations and 2 dog parks! Cool pedestrian bridge with sentimental locks representing friends, lovers and family! A beautiful park in a beautiful location!
I come here every night, rain or shine. Even when it's crowded this place is quite spectacular. Sunsets are glorious here, either on the park, on the walking path or even the beach, it's something else. And the lock bridge is amazing and standing on it while a train passes can be quite peaceful.
Trail conditions & character
“It’s a place where you can stroll alongside a beautiful beach and enjoy the stunning view of a lush, green golf course, losing track of time as you walk.”
“Many people were relaxing and having picnics on the sprawling lawn, while others were walking, running, biking, or enjoying time by the ocean with family or dogs.”
“Definitely not enough parking and they need to open the enclosed area for that along with making parking spot bigger than what they are -hence the 4 stars.”
“While the trails themselves are well-maintained and paved, the significant altitude gain makes this hike moderately strenuous.”
“"There are restrooms and water fountains available at the trailhead," or "I saw picnic tables along the trail, perfect for a mid-hike break.”
“There are two enclosed areas for the dogs to run and play with water easily accessible for them, as well as bags to clean up after them.”
“Has like a 2 mile loop around the world famous golf course, which, because it is public, the vibes are solid.”
“You can park on top and walk a well-maintained pathway, or you can park on the lower level and go to the beach or lay on the grass.”
“As you make your way through the hills, you’ll enjoy scenic overlooks and plenty of opportunities to get closer to the water.”
“"There are restrooms and water fountains available at the trailhead," or "I saw picnic tables along the trail, perfect for a mid-hike break.”
Plan your run at Chambers Creek Regional Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Loop distance3 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteco.pierce.wa.us
- Phone(253) 798-4141
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–8 PM |
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