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Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 328 Google reviews · Running trail in Huntington Beach, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Harriett M. Wieder 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.
Small, grassy 4-acre park with playground equipment, a picnic area, walking trails & native plants.
What runners say about Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park
“Not much to look at but the trials are well maintained and the flora is plentiful.”
“Furthermore, visitors are treated to a scenic view, enhancing the overall experience and inviting moments of relaxation amidst the beauty of the surroundings.”
Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park covers about 4 acres, plus it connects to around 30 more acres of natural habitat. It’s located near the Huntington Beach, Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, and some oil fields, a pretty unique area! There’s a Fitness Zone, and a newly renovated playground for different age groups.
There’s a sign that reads this place is a butterfly habitat. It’s a lovely place with marshes, trails, and benches. It also has gorgeous views: the Long Beach skyline to the north, and the ocean to the west. The wildflowers in bloom at this time of year is also a treat.
Lots of birds and plants and nature and paths. Great place to hangout. I wish that users would leash their dogs.
A beautiful park near the edge of HB and the old oil fields. The wetlands backs up rather close so there are plenty of nearby trails to venture off to and parking is abundant either in the lot (which closes around 6pm) or at the street areas nearby.
Trail conditions & character
“Furthermore, visitors are treated to a scenic view, enhancing the overall experience and inviting moments of relaxation amidst the beauty of the surroundings.”
“You can enter it from the circle ar the end of the parking area or you can drive down a few hundred feet and park on the street for other access points.”
“That part didn't offer much fore and our dogs but then I discovered the trail system just to the south of the park.”
“Great scenic opportunities a child's park with all the great jungle gym necessities and big parking lot and utilities- water fountains and rest rooms.”
“Trails, Geriatric exercise equipment, awesome for wheelchairs too, actually accumodate the chairs.”
Plan your run at Harriett M. Wieder 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.
- 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.
- Websiteocparks.com
- Phone+1 949-923-2250
Hours
| Monday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 5 am–10 pm |
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