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Don Knabe Community Regional Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,189 Google reviews · Running trail in Cerritos, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Don Knabe Community Regional 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.
Over 50 acres of outdoor activities, including a fishing lake, swimming pool & basketball courts.
What runners say about Don Knabe Community Regional Park
“Beautiful surroundings with a lovely lake view, convenient and clean restrooms, and plenty of parking around the park.”
“Beautiful surroundings with a lovely lake view, convenient and clean restrooms, and plenty of parking around the park.”
“This quiet community park features a central lake perfect for fishing, remote-controlled boats, relaxation, and more.”
“The children’s playground is very nice, the picnic areas are clean, and the park is dog-friendly too.”
Great park to go, would rather have its former name of Cerritos Regional Park. Has several sport facilities from swimming pool, tennis courts, pickle courts, basketball court, baseball field, soccer field and skate park. You have several tables for a BBQ and family gathering.
Very large peaceful park. Everyone is spaced out and enjoying their hobbies. People skateboarding, playing basketball or tennis, roller blading, sailing toy boats, loved it. I personally love to take my dogs on walks here.
This quiet community park features a central lake perfect for fishing, remote-controlled boats, relaxation, and more. It's a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Most recently, I've come to walk the trails and get a simple workout at one of the two outdoor gyms.
Beautiful surroundings with a lovely lake view, convenient and clean restrooms, and plenty of parking around the park. The children’s playground is very nice, the picnic areas are clean, and the park is dog-friendly too. It’s spacious and perfect for a refreshing morning or evening walk.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful surroundings with a lovely lake view, convenient and clean restrooms, and plenty of parking around the park.”
“Beautiful surroundings with a lovely lake view, convenient and clean restrooms, and plenty of parking around the park.”
“Beautiful surroundings with a lovely lake view, convenient and clean restrooms, and plenty of parking around the park.”
“This quiet community park features a central lake perfect for fishing, remote-controlled boats, relaxation, and more.”
“The children’s playground is very nice, the picnic areas are clean, and the park is dog-friendly too.”
Plan your run at Don Knabe Community Regional 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.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteparks.lacounty.gov
- Phone+1 562-924-5144
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6:30 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 6:30 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 6:30 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 6:30 am–9 pm |
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