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Crystal Springs Regional Trail (South of Dam Segment)
4.7 ★★★★★ 62 Google reviews · Running trail in Redwood City, California · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Crystal Springs Regional Trail (South of Dam Segment)'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.
Flat paved trails around a reservoir, popular with hikers, runners and cyclists.
What runners say about Crystal Springs Regional Trail (South of Dam Segment)
“Beautiful well maintained trail.”
“Recommend for anyone who like to bike/walk/run with beautiful lake view 😍”
“Lovely environment with a easy walking trail friendly to young and older folks”
Easy to walk, not crowded after 4pm Saturday when I went early Feb. 2022. Lots of folks speaking in other languages. Caught a glimpse of the Flinstone houses. It’s true about the bob-wire fences being an unfortunate part of the view. Overall chill to walk. All paved with optional gravel trails along the side.
Paved and well maintained. Dog lovers have to leave their best friends at home as no pet allowed.
Day after Thanksgiving was perfect weather for a ride by the lake. I rode 15 miles end to end. This is a must see ride....or walk.
Flat sealed walking and cycling track. Chainlink fence and barbwire on either side of the track.
Trail conditions & character
“It’s true about the bob-wire fences being an unfortunate part of the view.”
“All paved with optional gravel trails along the side.”
Plan your run at Crystal Springs Regional Trail (South of Dam Segment)
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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.
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