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Frog Pond Wetland Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 253 Google reviews · Running trail in Del Rey Oaks, California · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- 4 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Frog Pond Wetland Preserve'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.
Nature preserve featuring a seasonal pond that attracts a diverse array of birds and ducks, with hiking trails and benches.
What runners say about Frog Pond Wetland Preserve
“A beautiful wetland with an easy 3/4 mile trail for observing wildlife and flora.”
“A peaceful nature walk where you may see rabbits, ducks, birds and turtles.”
“Loved walking with nature here, a great easy hike for all ages.”
Such a wonderful place. The trail was so quaint and adorable. The ducks were so pretty. If we weren't so pressed for time, we would have walked the loop a few times. It's a perfect walk after a meal. 10/10 would recommend.
Nice, easy, peaceful walk and feel part of nature. A few friendly locals walking with their dogs. Parking is limited on the street. Stairs to access the trails and no public bathroom.
Loved walking with nature here, a great easy hike for all ages. We heard frogs but didnt actually see them, a gentleman we passed on the trail a local, said they are more visible twords dusk so maybe try then. I Wouldnt go late, there is no lights.
The water level will be fairly low if it hasn’t rained recently. We went in early December before the rains had really set in and there was barely any water in the pond. A great little nature trail and well maintained. You have to search for the frogs, but there was a family of ducks.
Trail conditions & character
“Parking only on the side of the road, which is the only downside.”
“Dogs on leash allowed but beware of the poison oak.”
“A beautiful wetland with an easy 3/4 mile trail for observing wildlife and flora.”
“A peaceful nature walk where you may see rabbits, ducks, birds and turtles.”
“If we weren't so pressed for time, we would have walked the loop a few times.”
“Stairs to access the trails and no public bathroom.”
Plan your run at Frog Pond Wetland Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- Loop distance4 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitemprpd.org
- Phone(831) 372-3196
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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