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Pearson Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 2,206 Google reviews · Running trail in Anaheim, California · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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Confirmed from Pearson 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.

Lit at nightScenicRestroomsWater

Family-friendly park for all ages offers trails for bike riding & walking, playgrounds & ponds.

What runners say about Pearson Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (2,206 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 6 mentions

“Clean, green, lovely little water way with fry sized fishes, water turtles, egrets, geese and ducks providing entertainment.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“The area is absolutely beautiful, with the palm trees lining the surrounding streets, all of it makes the visit to this park a transformation to the 1960s.”

👟 good for all levels 2 mentions

A lovely place for a walk any time of day. The facilities like the tennis courts are woven into the trails that weave through the park. It serves as a community center as well with concerts and programs for visitors throughout the year.

★★★★★ — Suze , Feb 2025

Nice, peaceful park with lots of shade and space to relax. Great for a quick walk or a chill hangout. Safe area as well.

★★★★★ — Mohammad , May 2025

Lots and lots of ducks. Our kids wanted a duck park, well, they got it. Of course the downside is those dirty waste but we had fun watching and waiting for them crossing the little path. We also spotted some squirrels hanging out with ducks. Fun! Collaboration!

★★★★★ — Tram , Dec 2020

This is probably one of my favorite parks to enjoy when down in Anaheim. It’s got a lot to enjoy all around. You can walk the trail next to pond and enjoy the turtles, geese, ducks & sometimes see fish. On other side you have the pool and basketball court. There is also a unique cactus garden to see as well.

★★★★★ — Joe , Jul 2024

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 5 mentions

“The area is absolutely beautiful, with the palm trees lining the surrounding streets, all of it makes the visit to this park a transformation to the 1960s.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

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🚰 Water fountains

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💡 Lit for night running

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Plan your run at Pearson Park

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.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
  • At the trailheadrestrooms, water — reported by runners
  • Websiteanaheim.net
  • Phone(714) 765-5155

Hours

Monday 5 AM–10:30 PM
Tuesday 5 AM–10:30 PM
Wednesday 5 AM–10:30 PM
Thursday 5 AM–10:30 PM
Friday 5 AM–10:30 PM
Saturday 5 AM–10:30 PM
Sunday 5 AM–10:30 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Pearson Park

400 N Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92805

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.