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Holdener Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 203 Google reviews · Running trail in Livermore, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Holdener 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.
Sprawling green space offering over 55-acres of hiking trails & bike paths in verdant surrounds.
What runners say about Holdener Park
“Quiet and beautiful, easy hikes, plenty of birds and well maintained.”
“Quiet and beautiful, easy hikes, plenty of birds and well maintained.”
It's a pretty nice, well-maintained place for both strolling and biking. There's a small ranch near the entrance of the park, with plenty of goats that can be fed with pellets that are sold from a 25¢ gumball-style vending machine.
Relaxing day spent here. Parking limited, dog friendly. Lots of different trails to choose from. Good for all skill levels.
This is a great place for a short hike, the hills are steep but the view is worth the effort!!
This is a Beautiful short walking trail but Be Careful! We see snakes all the time & Even a huge aggressive Rattlesnake right on the trail! This is one of the bigger one’s We have seen! We share adventure videos on youtube & Have a full review of holdener park on “TheStoryofAustin.”
Trail conditions & character
“In the park they have a place called Blue canyon and when you climb to the top you get a spectacular view, they also have three or four more good hiking trails.”
“In the park they have a place called Blue canyon and when you climb to the top you get a spectacular view, they also have three or four more good hiking trails.”
“It is my favorite hike around to do with my kids or my dog!”
“I'm assuming that the area is visited more by locals, so it's not too crowded.”
“The main entrance and parking lot is tucked back in a neighborhood behind a small ranch with friendly farm animals you can pet and feed as apart of your experience.”
Plan your run at Holdener 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 — 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.
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- Phone+1 925-373-5700
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Hours
| Monday | 7 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–8:30 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–8:30 pm |
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