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Filiorum Reserve

4.8 ★★★★★ 90 Google reviews · Running trail in Rolling Hills Estates, California · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Shade
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Access
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Confirmed from Filiorum Reserve'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.

ScenicDog-friendlyTrailhead parking

A 191-acre reserve with hills & canyons overlooking the ocean crossed by hiking & equestrian trails.

What runners say about Filiorum Reserve

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (90 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 6 mentions

“Beautiful place, lots of loops, and challenging if you want it to be.”

Great place to hike, mountain bike, and even ride horses! Close to the South Bay and close to nature!!!

★★★★★ — William , Aug 2021

This is the precious 'Green Lung' of the South Bay. I try to visit at least four times a week as part of my physical and psychological fitness routine. Plan on spending at least an hour traversing the well maintained sandy trails offering breath taking ocean views, coastal sage aromas and easy to moderate trails.

★★★★★ — Steven , Jan 2021

Usually pretty good place to hike during weekdays but weekends are a circus . ...so busy.. Google maps has changed the world...⛪🌎! REPENT & BE BAPTIZED, ACCEPT the LOVE ♥️ of CHRIST & BE SAVED TODAY ! GOD IS LOVE 上帝是愛 😀♥️ #AcceptChrist2bSaved2day

★★★★☆ — Thechief , Apr 2019

Fun hike! Only did about 1 mile but the loop is longer. Will want to come back again. Nice sights and very quiet. Hear alot of rustling from animals and birds chirping. I would say its moderate level hike

★★★★★ — Isaiah , Jul 2020

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 18 mentions

“Plan on spending at least an hour traversing the well maintained sandy trails offering breath taking ocean views, coastal sage aromas and easy to moderate trails.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 4 mentions

“Please make sure you wear a mask and take your dog waste baggies, candy wrappers and empty drink bottles home with you when you leave!”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking

“Just make sure to come early or expect to spend up to 30 minutes looking for parking.”

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Plan your run at Filiorum Reserve

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 — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websiterpvca.gov
  • Phone(310) 544-5353

Hours

Monday 5:40 AM–7:50 PM
Tuesday 5:40 AM–7:50 PM
Wednesday 5:40 AM–7:50 PM
Thursday 5:40 AM–7:50 PM
Friday 5:40 AM–7:50 PM
Saturday 5:40 AM–7:50 PM
Sunday 5:40 AM–7:50 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Filiorum Reserve

Pacifica Dr, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.