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Olmos Basin Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,819 Google reviews · Running trail in San Antonio, Texas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Olmos Basin 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.
This outdoor park offers various ball fields, trails, party rental house, playground & picnic area.
What runners say about Olmos Basin Park
“This location offers a timeless and versatile backdrop for engagement and couple photography, ideal for those seeking clean, elegant visuals in a relaxed outdoor setting.”
“Olmos Basin Park is a beautiful, well-maintained green space that truly feels like a hidden gem in the city.”
“The park is clean and peaceful, with stunning, mature trees that provide plenty of shade and add to the overall charm.”
“The park is clean and peaceful, with stunning, mature trees that provide plenty of shade and add to the overall charm.”
One of the best place for romantic walks with partner. Lots of dog trails available. Peaceful place The trail makes me wonder how beautiful it might be in the springtime. Will visit back again for sure. Lot more to explore but need to walk more.
Good park for walk or just take a nap in car. I wish management of park authority put some effort into cleaning up the creek.
Olmos Basin Park is a beautiful, well-maintained green space that truly feels like a hidden gem in the city. The park is clean and peaceful, with stunning, mature trees that provide plenty of shade and add to the overall charm.
Olmos Basin Park is located in San Antonio, Texas. There are trails, playground areas, restrooms and lots of beautiful nature around you to enjoy. The Olmos Basin trailhead is a paved trail, so it is good for walking, running, bicycles, and strollers. Many people come out and walk their dogs out here.
Trail conditions & character
“Olmos Basin Park is a beautiful, well-maintained green space that truly feels like a hidden gem in the city.”
“The park is clean and peaceful, with stunning, mature trees that provide plenty of shade and add to the overall charm.”
“The park is clean and peaceful, with stunning, mature trees that provide plenty of shade and add to the overall charm.”
“The one bathroom I went into was way too scary for me to let my kids use but at least it's there if an adult needs to use it.”
“The Olmos Basin trailhead is a paved trail, so it is good for walking, running, bicycles, and strollers.”
“Parks, jogging paths, a dog park and a bmx park are just a start to the amenities in Olmos Basin Park.”
“The Olmos Basin trailhead is a paved trail, so it is good for walking, running, bicycles, and strollers.”
“The Olmos Basin trailhead is a paved trail, so it is good for walking, running, bicycles, and strollers.”
Plan your run at Olmos Basin Park
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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- 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.
- Websitesanantonio.gov
- Phone(210) 207-7275
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Thursday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Friday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 5 AM–11 PM |
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