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Coronado Ferry Landing Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 619 Google reviews · Running trail in Coronado, California · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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Confirmed from Coronado Ferry Landing 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.

ScenicDog-friendlyRestroomsTrailhead parking

Waterfront ferry stop featuring beach access, waterfront dining and a bike-rental shop.

What runners say about Coronado Ferry Landing Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (619 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 12 mentions

“There was live music, plenty of dining options and cafés, great shopping, and beautiful beaches to enjoy!”

As a thriller and romance author, I always appreciate places with incredible scenery and atmosphere, and Coronado Ferry Landing Park is one of the most beautiful spots to spend time on Coronado Island. The park sits right along the waterfront and offers unbeatable views across the bay toward the San Diego skyline.

★★★★★ — Aaron , Mar 2026

Easy way to travel from San Diego across to the Coronado Island. The ferry runs every 30 min daily from 9:30 AM, they are very punctual. Guests can choose from ample seating on the upper deck or below. Overall, it was a wonderful ferry ride!

★★★★★ — Adnan , Feb 2026

Fun, music, low-cost fun. Lots of dinning options, across street too. Parking available, but not always free. Good walk around area, or just to chill on grass, or multiple beaches!👒🏖️, Docks for launch or to park boats. Tables to sit at/dine. And Pier/dock to fish🐠🐟

★★★★★ — Freedompleaseorg7Footaparthike , Aug 2021

A great place to take a walk; enjoy a nice meal and people watch! Fabulous views of the San Diego Skyline. Also a perfect place to rent bikes or board the Ferry to Downtown San Diego.

★★★★★ — Ruth , Jun 2023

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 25 mentions

“The wait was short, the trip to Coronado Island was quick, and the San Diego skyline views were incredible!”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 4 mentions

“There’s good parking nearby, and the ferry landing area includes a great selection of restaurants and small shops, so it’s easy to spend a few hours exploring the area.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly

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🚻 Restrooms

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Plan your run at Coronado Ferry Landing 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.
  • Websiteportofsandiego.org
  • Phone(619) 725-6001
  • 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

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Coronado Ferry Landing Park

1201 1st St Ste 220, Coronado, CA 92118

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.