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Manhattan Beach
4.7 ★★★★★ 305 Google reviews · Running trail in Manhattan Beach, California · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Manhattan Beach'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.
West Coast beach attracting surfers and volleyball players.
What runners say about Manhattan Beach
“Great clean beach, dogs are not allowed on the beach, I did not know this but I had brought my small senior dog and just set him down for a quick picture.”
“This beach is beautiful waves are big afar once they get close they get small beach has big shore line lots of kids and families.”
Love to come here day or sunset time for my daily walk.....so peaceful and invigorating! The views from the walkway are stunning and to the right of the pier many people living on the strand have planted beautiful flowers, succulents and plants to enjoy along with the view!
Well kept and clean beach. Ample parking space which is generally metered from 8 am - 8 pm. Offers nice running and biking trail along the coast line. Restroom and shower available. Accessible ramp.
Manhattan Beach is a beautiful spot for a relaxed day by the ocean. The beach itself is clean and well-kept, and the walkways are lined with vibrant succulents and flowers that add so much charm to the area.
Absolutely perfect for family fun! Great beach area. Small walk from parking to beach area. Food/drink area close by. Swings for kids. Bathrooms and exterior showers. Volleyball play area (can rent the volleyball balls from food area) beach is very sandy and nice.
Trail conditions & character
“This beach is beautiful waves are big afar once they get close they get small beach has big shore line lots of kids and families.”
“There is ample parking and bathroom facilities with a shower to clean your self before you leave!”
“Great clean beach, dogs are not allowed on the beach, I did not know this but I had brought my small senior dog and just set him down for a quick picture.”
“There is ample parking and bathroom facilities with a shower to clean your self before you leave!”
Plan your run at Manhattan Beach
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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