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Charnow Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,498 Google reviews · Running trail in Hollywood, Florida · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Charnow 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.
Beachside park with a children's splash fountain, playground & picnic pavilions.
What runners say about Charnow Park
“It’s super clean, well-maintained, and perfect for families, couples, or anyone who wants to enjoy the ocean without all the busyness.”
Charnow Park — the official headquarters of Hollywood Beach Skaters every Wednesday night! 🛼✨ It’s where friendships are made, wheels are tested, and sometimes… balance is lost (along with a little dignity 😂). Perfect spot to warm up, chill, or show off your new moves before hitting the boardwalk.
A very clean park along Hollywood Beach with bathrooms. A wonderful boardwalk that stretches for miles. An amazing ocean breeze that was amazing. The water was cold but very clear. Caution, lots of Man of War jellyfishes on the beach.
Is a very nice place to sit people watch , kids to play and water running for them to play
Small, charming beach side park on the broadwalk. Location can't be beat. Steps away from many restaurants and the bandshell. Has paddle ball courts. Has four pavilions with picnic tables. Nice row of benches facing the ocean. In ground water fountain for kids to run through.
Trail conditions & character
“Safe family-friendly park with sprinkler for the kids to wet themselves mice large sprinkler also public restrooms and a pizza place right next door that sells slices.”
“Perfect spot to warm up, chill, or show off your new moves before hitting the boardwalk.”
“The Garfield parking garage is next to the paddle ball courts.”
Plan your run at Charnow Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- 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, water — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitehollywoodfl.org
- Phone(954) 921-3404
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–7 PM |
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