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North Talbert Trailhead
4.4 ★★★★☆ 82 Google reviews · Running trail in Huntington Beach, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from North Talbert 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.
Hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities are available at this park with scenic views.
What runners say about North Talbert Trailhead
“For the positive, has great ample parking, a buff area that is picturesque and garden to the north that are wonderfully detailed with a walking trail.”
“Take the stairs down to enjoy a more shaded green area and try glimpse the pond through the shrubs.”
Beautiful walking trail. With park near by. The bridge was beautiful to walk across. A must see. 😍
Beautiful park ,excellent viewpoints. It is an anex to the Fairview park, which is where I park. There's a big community of squirrels. There's a bathroom with outside sik for hand washing, no soap. There are different water stations to refill your water cantine.
I rely on this trail for my sanity. Great unique open space in the OC. Perfect for a quick, traffic-free bike ride to the beach.
Been coming to this park for the last 20 years. And since then, its been growing, expanding and being recreated. For the positive, has great ample parking, a buff area that is picturesque and garden to the north that are wonderfully detailed with a walking trail.
Trail conditions & character
“For the positive, has great ample parking, a buff area that is picturesque and garden to the north that are wonderfully detailed with a walking trail.”
“Take the stairs down to enjoy a more shaded green area and try glimpse the pond through the shrubs.”
“Clean with bathrooms and water fountains , in addition picnic tables and shade.”
“Clean with bathrooms and water fountains , in addition picnic tables and shade.”
“For the positive, has great ample parking, a buff area that is picturesque and garden to the north that are wonderfully detailed with a walking trail.”
“Goof for walkers Runners Jog Rc Bikes Leased dogs Kids Walkways and low to moderate areas of hill challenge.”
Plan your run at North Talbert Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — 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.
- Websiteocparks.com
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–8 pm |
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