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Crownridge Canyon Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 481 Google reviews · Running trail in San Antonio, Texas · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Loop distance
- 6 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Crownridge Canyon 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.
Tranquil open space featuring paved & dirt walking trails amid desert scenery.
What runners say about Crownridge Canyon Park
“Scenic views (although cluttered with hilltop houses at times) Great for a quick walk or run.”
“Great for running nor those with mobility issues.”
“Beautiful park with nice walking paths that are shaded the whole way around.”
“Has 2 levels, an easy walking path suitable for everyone including seniors and small children.”
A modest park that allows one to enjoy the outdoors. The park consists of two defined sections: Red Oak Trail and Bear Grass Trail. The Red Oak Trail is a level one ADA trail that is 1.3 miles. The Bear Grass Trail is a .6-mile Level 4 trail that requires some walking up significant elevations at times.
Great shaded path with some flat and some climb. A complete loop is about 2.25 miles. It was so beautiful, I trail ran it twice! A beautiful hidden trail in the midst of the city. Places like this are hard to come by! Just leave your dog at home as it’s a dog-free zone.
Great park in northwest SA off Babcock. It was busy on this Saturday afternoon with all parking spots taken. Lots of beautiful wildflowers to greet you as you arrive! 😍 We did the complete trail, about 2 mi. One thing to note, the trail goes from smooth gravel path to rocky uphill terrain real fast - plan accordingly.
This is a great trail close to San Antonio and UTSA. The paved trail is mostly concrete with patches rocky tar like paving. The upper trail is not paved, but still fairly easy to walk. The upper trail is clearly defined by a gravel path. You don’t need to worry about getting lost.
Trail conditions & character
“Scenic views (although cluttered with hilltop houses at times) Great for a quick walk or run.”
“About 50% is paved/handicap accessible/stroller friendly, but there are also some genuinely challenging bits for the avid hiker.”
“Two loops are available one bigger loop is a level 1 and connected a smaller level 4 loop.”
“Two loops are available one bigger loop is a level 1 and connected a smaller level 4 loop.”
“At the front of the park were restrooms, water fountains, and a canopy.”
“Visit in the spring when the wildflowers will greet you in the parking lot.”
“Disappointed we didn't see more wildlife while on the path but like I said, good amount of hikers, joggers, and strollers this morning -:930-1030 am.”
“Beautiful park with nice walking paths that are shaded the whole way around.”
“I was wearing walking shoes without laces, so some parts of the trail consisting of steep slopes and rocky ledges were a little more challenging.”
“6-mile Level 4 trail that requires some walking up significant elevations at times.”
“One thing to note, the trail goes from smooth gravel path to rocky uphill terrain real fast - plan accordingly.”
“Just leave your dog at home as it’s a dog-free zone.”
“6-mile Level 4 trail that requires some walking up significant elevations at times.”
“At the front of the park were restrooms, water fountains, and a canopy.”
Plan your run at Crownridge Canyon Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- Loop distance6 mi back to where you parked. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- 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.
- Websitesanantonio.gov
- Phone+1 210-207-5320
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