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Mount Rubidoux Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 4,212 Google reviews · Running trail in Riverside, California · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Mount Rubidoux 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.
Natural terrain for dog-running, hiking & views, centered around a giant white cross at the summit.
What runners say about Mount Rubidoux Park
“At the top, you’re rewarded with a beautiful panoramic view of the entire city—it’s especially stunning at sunrise when everything is calm and just starting to wake up.”
“At the top, you’re rewarded with a beautiful panoramic view of the entire city—it’s especially stunning at sunrise when everything is calm and just starting to wake up.”
“It's an easy hike with beautiful views of the city.”
A very popular hiking trail in Riverside. You pretty much get a 360 view as you snake around the mountain. The monuments and structures at the top are a nice touch.
I love this place. It's an easy hike with beautiful views of the city. If you stay on the trail it is paved but if you go off the trail, it's dirt and rocks. Your mostly in the sun on this trail depending on what side of the mountain your on.
Awesome little hike with friends and family. About a 5 mile hike combined. I recommend parking at the park across the street. I stretched for about 10 minutes, then went straight to the fruit vendor and hydrated with fruit and vegetables. Happy Trails, guys.
We took our whole family (and puppy) on a hike. It was about 3.5 miles for the round trip. Everyone had fun. There are plenty of places to sit, stop and rest along the way for the little ones. The scenes are breathtaking. Everyone jogging, running, walking and biking are respectful of each other.
Trail conditions & character
“At the top, you’re rewarded with a beautiful panoramic view of the entire city—it’s especially stunning at sunrise when everything is calm and just starting to wake up.”
“It’s the perfect spot to stretch your legs between sessions; an easy, paved hike with steady incline, great views, and plenty of spots to snap beautiful photos.”
“Parking space available, nice view and very clean trail to make a fun walk/run activity”
“It’s the perfect spot to stretch your legs between sessions; an easy, paved hike with steady incline, great views, and plenty of spots to snap beautiful photos.”
“The main road is fully paved, which makes it easy and accessible, but there are also side trails and switchbacks if you want a bit more of a challenge.”
“Went up this mountain twice already and it such a great experience the views are breath taking & peaceful.”
Plan your run at Mount Rubidoux Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — 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.
- Websiteriversideca.gov
- Phone(951) 826-2000
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