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Petaluma River Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 22 Google reviews · Running trail in Petaluma, California · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Petaluma River 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.
What runners say about Petaluma River Park
“Do not be dissuaded by the parking lot/entrance, this park is beautiful!”
I love cities that have embraced the rivers that run through their towns and cities. They are natural icons that should be taken care of and preserved. It seems the city of Petaluma and its citizens have taken this to heart.
I am really looking forward to the further plans to come to the waterlands here. The path followed the river & took us past art installations and a kids camp or learning center.
This is the perfect place to go for an evening walk in Petaluma. It's stunning!
This is one of Petaluma's most idyllic locations. Very serene, yet just a short walk from Petaluma's vibrant city center. A lunch in one of Petaluma's many fine eateries followed by a walk here is the way to live!
Trail conditions & character
“Note: Google Maps displays an imaginary foot bridge from the parking lot to the center island area.”
Plan your run at Petaluma River Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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 — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitepetalumariverpark.org
- Phone(707) 277-1655
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–7:30 PM |
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