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Del Meyer Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 221 Google reviews · Running trail in Elk Grove, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Del Meyer 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.
Park featuring trails, birdwatching and fishing spots, plus a kids' playground.
What runners say about Del Meyer Park
“This trail is super clean, very well preserved, we enjoy so much taking long walks at this trail the neighbors are super friendly.”
“It was a beautiful path, right near a neighborhood but mostly immersive by a couple ponds.”
It was a beautiful path, right near a neighborhood but mostly immersive by a couple ponds. Lots of wildlife, and even wild cats and little cat houses for them.
My wife and I walk this trail several times a week. The wildlife is always a pleasant focal point to the daily trips. Keep an eye out for turtles during the warmer days, and sometimes, if you're lucky, you may see an otter! The birds, especially during this time of year are phenomenal!
This trail is super clean, very well preserved, we enjoy so much taking long walks at this trail the neighbors are super friendly. The environment is very peaceful. Greatly recommended for walks, pictures, biking and running. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Great place to walk in the morning. You can see ducks all around. You may even catch a glimpse of some otters or beavers.
Trail conditions & character
“It was a beautiful path, right near a neighborhood but mostly immersive by a couple ponds.”
“Our only complaint, no dog-accessible water fountains when heading west on the trail after the Sheldon/Elk Grove Florin entrance.”
“Easy, safe, paved trail; lots of wildlife; if you’re a bird lover/watcher you’ll be able to see a variety”
“Our only complaint, no dog-accessible water fountains when heading west on the trail after the Sheldon/Elk Grove Florin entrance.”
Plan your run at Del Meyer Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- At the trailheadwater — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteyourcsd.com
- Phone+1 916-405-5688
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–7 pm |
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