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Lick Mill Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 251 Google reviews · Running trail in Santa Clara, California · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Paved
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Tree cover
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Lick Mill 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.

PavedShadedScenicStroller / ADARestroomsTrailhead parking

Grassy city park featuring tennis & basketball courts, a playground, BBQ grills & paved walkways.

What runners say about Lick Mill Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (251 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 10 mentions

“Multiple street access with barbecue stations, large playground, nice grass, clean walkway, some residents nearby sweep street in front of their house.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“Very well kept prak, pretty huge space for paying, gaming and relaxing on the beautiful grass, restrooms available and water from fountain.”

🌳 shaded & cool 4 mentions

Best park near levi’s stadium 🏟️ Grassy city park featuring tennis & basketball courts, a playground, BBQ grills & paved walkways. Accessibility Wheelchair accessible entrance Wheelchair accessible parking lot Amenities Dogs allowed Picnic tables Public restroom Slides Swings Children Good for kids Good for kids…

★★★★★ — Pawan , Sep 2023

Nice small park with lots of green grass, community room, tennis court, basketball court, playground, multiple BBQ areas. Safe to walk inside. One side can access the Santa Clara unlisted natural area, one side can lead to the back view of the Levi's 49ers stadium.

★★★★☆ — Evelyn , Oct 2018

This is a nice park to walk through. It also has a large green space to play or picnic in. There are tennis courts, a basketball court and a playground.

★★★★☆ — Shannon , Feb 2020

Lickmill Park in Santa Clara is a hidden gem, seamlessly blending nature and modern amenities. The lush greenery provides a serene escape, while well-maintained trails cater to both leisurely strolls and brisk jogs.

★★★★☆ — Puig , Dec 2023

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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 7 mentions

“Very well kept prak, pretty huge space for paying, gaming and relaxing on the beautiful grass, restrooms available and water from fountain.”

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🚻 Restrooms 7 mentions

“Very well kept prak, pretty huge space for paying, gaming and relaxing on the beautiful grass, restrooms available and water from fountain.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 3 mentions

“Best park near levi’s stadium 🏟️ Grassy city park featuring tennis & basketball courts, a playground, BBQ grills & paved walkways.”

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🌳 Shaded / tree cover 4 mentions

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Stroller / ADA accessible 4 mentions

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

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Plan your run at Lick Mill Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
  • 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.
  • ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
  • Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
  • Websitesantaclaraca.gov
  • Phone+1 408-615-3140

Hours

Monday 6 am–9:30 pm
Tuesday 6 am–9:30 pm
Wednesday 6 am–9:30 pm
Thursday 6 am–9:30 pm
Friday 6 am–9:30 pm
Saturday 6 am–9:30 pm
Sunday 6 am–9:30 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 Lick Mill Park

4750 Lick Mill Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95054

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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.