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North Beach Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · Running trail in Imperial 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 North Beach Trail'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.
What runners say about North Beach Trail
“It's beautiful and be sure to bring binoculars to watch people in Mexico it's kind of fun just don't swim really there are sharks at the mouth and it's really contaminated.”
I love walking my dogs here. Bird watching is outstanding, try bringing good binoculars, several gorgeous species to enjoy, you can find their names carved in one of the sidewalks and birds profiles! Friendly neighborhood. Plenty of handsome dogs to enjoy watching.
This is where I walk my dog every day sometimes.Twice .. It's also home to camp surf..
Trail conditions & character
“It's beautiful and be sure to bring binoculars to watch people in Mexico it's kind of fun just don't swim really there are sharks at the mouth and it's really contaminated.”
“Great beach walk and fun place to walk your dog in Imperial Beach”
Plan your run at North Beach Trail
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.
- 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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