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Nimitz Trail South Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 54 Google reviews · Running trail in Berkeley, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Nimitz Trail South Trailhead'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.
Easy paved trail providing scenic views and benches.
What runners say about Nimitz Trail South Trailhead
“There are benches along the way which is nice, especially because they are usually facing some scenic views Perfect for a little family stroll.”
Very nice and peaceful place for a walk, run or a bike ride. The parking is usually very crowded, but cars tend to park along the road too. There's a public restroom too, no tap water though.
Nimitz way trail ➰ wildcat creek trail 10.26 miles/ 3hr47min( 3 people ) It is beautiful trail and also a little bit easy . Almost all the road is flat but it depends on the weather. It was heavy raining for last a few weeks in CA , so some of the road are wet, need to be careful when you hiking there .
Green and pastoral in February, and paved for much of the way through. Perfect for bike rides, runs, or a hike in the muddy rain season! Stopped by Lawrence Hall of Science on the way back for some nice views of the city.
Beautiful trail. One between the nature. Weather is always good. Parking available near inspiration point and the trail starts from there. Restrooms available.
Trail conditions & character
“There are benches along the way which is nice, especially because they are usually facing some scenic views Perfect for a little family stroll.”
“Green and pastoral in February, and paved for much of the way through.”
“The only issue was that I went with my dog, I checked her when we finished our walk and she had a lot of tiny insects in her body.”
“Stunning views of rolling hills and a blue reservoir, birds, bunnies, and lizards.”
“The parking is usually very crowded, but cars tend to park along the road too.”
“Stroller friendly, nice view but expect lots of people and busy parking.”
“It’s all relatively flat, but you will be exposed to the sun and wind so bring plenty of water.”
“There's a public restroom too, no tap water though.”
Plan your run at Nimitz Trail South Trailhead
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.
- 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.
Hours
| Monday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 5 AM–10 PM |
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