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Hidden Valley Nature Center
4.6 ★★★★★ 321 Google reviews · Running trail in Riverside, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
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Confirmed from Hidden Valley Nature Center'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.
Tranquil nature preserve offering scenic views & trails for hiking, cycling & horseback riding.
What runners say about Hidden Valley Nature Center
“I sat on a bench that was well situated, facing an amazing picturesque, framed view, watching birds of wide variety of species flying and landing on the tree s' canopies.”
“This place is gorgeous and serene.”
The most scenic place to hike in Riverside. There is something about walking on grassy hills that makes you feel that you are a part of a Jane Austen novel. This place is gorgeous and serene. It was also very animal friendly located in horse country, we saw dogs and horses! Please visit this gem of a place!!
Neat place, nice relaxing outdoor walk, trail area. The actual nature center is only open on Saturdays. $5 honor system parking. Porta-pottys available.
What an excellent place to hike and explore! Bring your children to the wonderful events hosted like the yearly Duck Daze. I got to see a bobcat too!
Oh my this is one of my favorite places to walk The only thing you hear is the birds you can say rabbit and you can say walk in or running their 🐿 squirrels 🐿 It’s just amazing to walk into the wildlife If you want to walk in peace You won’t hear no cars only the birds the natural sounds This place is amazing for the…
Trail conditions & character
“I sat on a bench that was well situated, facing an amazing picturesque, framed view, watching birds of wide variety of species flying and landing on the tree s' canopies.”
“I liked the way the trails have been carved into the natural terrain, snaking down toward the pond level.”
Plan your run at Hidden Valley Nature Center
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.
- Websiterivcoparks.org
- Phone(951) 785-7452
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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