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Mission Hills Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 453 Google reviews · Running trail in Pleasanton, California · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- 60 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Mission Hills 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.
Neighborhood park featuring grassy open space, a playground, a BBQ pit & a 50-ft. slide.
What runners say about Mission Hills Park
“Beautiful Park with nicely maintained walking trail that circles the park's perimeter.”
“We also like the play structures, the basketball Court and all the beautiful trees , Greenery, and of course the squirrels romping around.”
“super family friendly and has everything you need to have a great time with family.”
Beautiful Park with nicely maintained walking trail that circles the park's perimeter. Great newer playgrounds for both older & younger kids. Exercise stops along the trail for cross training are fun & challenging.
What a wonderful surprise nestled in a quiet neighborhood!! It's quite beautiful, has paths for walking, there were people playing fetch with their dogs, and families playing Frisbee. Soccer and even practicing volleyball. There is a giant 2 lane slide built into the hill for the children to have a blast going down....
Beautiful park to walk around or let kids play on the toys spread out. It looked like kids were having a blast on that ages 5-12 slide. It seemed as though there were work out stations sprinkled throughout the path around the park as well. Great place for nice pictures.
This park is a great place for a brief night walk! During the day, you can play with your kids at the playground or you can also have a bbq party with grills in the park. There is also a giant slide where children seem to have utmost fun. Personally, I love trees and a large space of green lawns.
Trail conditions & character
“We also like the play structures, the basketball Court and all the beautiful trees , Greenery, and of course the squirrels romping around.”
“A lot of space to run, ride a scooter, stroller, slide) one thing, that is bothering me - there is no restroom, keep it to your house”
“Plenty of walking trails, plenty of parking, diffrent play grounds.”
“It's quite beautiful, has paths for walking, there were people playing fetch with their dogs, and families playing Frisbee.”
“There is a giant 2 lane slide built into the hill for the children to have a blast going down.”
Plan your run at Mission Hills Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- Distance60 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- 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.
- Websitecityofpleasantonca.gov
- Phone+1 925-931-5340
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–9 pm |
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