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Del Cerro Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,122 Google reviews · Running trail in Rancho Palos Verdes, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
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Confirmed from Del Cerro 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.
Landscaped site & play area atop a bluff with views of canyons, fields, ocean, coastline & islands.
What runners say about Del Cerro Park
“Beautiful flowers before summer but watch out for bees, panoramic views of the ocean as well.”
“Peaceful and serene open public park on top of the palos verdes peninsula.”
If you are looking for a challenging hike (without getting too crazy), this is your spot. Parking gets competitive so either use the ParkMobile app or come right before the park opens. There are enough trails to easily create a 10-mile hike especially if you hike the Filiorum and Three-Sisters trails.
Beautiful place to trek. But if you're not in a mood to walk, just take a stroll in the park and you have a beautiful ocean view. I went down the rattle snake trail and continued on to Ishibashi trail back up to the top. It took around an hour. It is lush and green after the rains and looks so awesome.
It's a very nice hiking/walking trail. Calm and relaxing . Beautiful views of PV and the beach. Great to bring your pups and kids for a walk. I Spotted Wildflowers and beautiful little birds. As well as a small hawk. Definitely recommend, it's a good work out.
Great trails here that can be traversed by hikers of most levels. Beautiful flowers before summer but watch out for bees, panoramic views of the ocean as well.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful flowers before summer but watch out for bees, panoramic views of the ocean as well.”
“Parking gets competitive so either use the ParkMobile app or come right before the park opens.”
“Peaceful and serene open public park on top of the palos verdes peninsula.”
“I hike 7 miles with an elevation gain of 1,400 feet and never hiked the same trail twice.”
“I didn't see any kids' areas or playgrounds or restrooms.”
Plan your run at Del Cerro 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, 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.
- Websiterpvca.gov
- Phone+1 310-544-5260
Hours
| Monday | 6:40 am–7:50 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:40 am–7:50 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:40 am–7:50 pm |
| Thursday | 6:40 am–7:50 pm |
| Friday | 6:40 am–7:50 pm |
| Saturday | 6:40 am–7:50 pm |
| Sunday | 6:40 am–7:50 pm |
Running trails near Rancho Palos Verdes
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Portuguese Bend Reserve
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This 399-acre preserve with rolling hills & canyons offers multi-use trails & wildlife viewing.
Filiorum Reserve Trail Head
4.3 ★★★★☆ 55 reviews
Dog-friendly park for hiking and mountain biking, offering moderate trails and epic coastal views.
Filiorum Reserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 90 reviews
A 191-acre reserve with hills & canyons overlooking the ocean crossed by hiking & equestrian trails.
