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Ralph B Clark Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,696 Google reviews · Running trail in Buena Park, California · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Ralph B Clark 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.
Sprawling park covering more than 100 acres includes a softball complex & plenty of open fields.
What runners say about Ralph B Clark Park
“🌳 It’s beautifully maintained, very clean, and surrounded by tall trees that make the atmosphere so peaceful and refreshing.”
“On a recent trip to visit our old stomping grounds, I was so happy to see the park and the lake still looking so beautiful after all these years.”
“Enjoy a game of volleyball, open for some tennis or relaxing with family or friends underneath a shady tree or a gazebo site.”
“🌳 It’s beautifully maintained, very clean, and surrounded by tall trees that make the atmosphere so peaceful and refreshing.”
been here a few times, but i've loved it every time! so peaceful with squirrels and ducks everywhere - a cool lake in the middle but with plenty of space to walk around! was so surprised to see what was in the park's main building - lots of great skeletal exhibits!!
Ralph B. Clark Park is one of my absolute favorite parks! It’s a beautiful, peaceful area with so much to do. There are lots of trees, open grassy areas, a lake, playgrounds, baseball fields, and tennis courts, something for everyone. It’s also safe for kids to ride bikes, which is a huge plus for families.
My family used to come to Ralph B. Clark to fish and have picnics when I was a kid. On a recent trip to visit our old stomping grounds, I was so happy to see the park and the lake still looking so beautiful after all these years.
I absolutely loved this park! 🌳 It’s beautifully maintained, very clean, and surrounded by tall trees that make the atmosphere so peaceful and refreshing. There’s plenty of space for everything… walking, jogging, fishing, or just sitting back and relaxing. I took a nap while my son was fishing, it was great!!
Trail conditions & character
“Parking is 3 dollars, but if it's not busy I recommend parking on the street, it's free!”
“On a recent trip to visit our old stomping grounds, I was so happy to see the park and the lake still looking so beautiful after all these years.”
“Lakes,hiking,baseball space ground,tennis courts,benches,bathroom, its a wonderful park.”
“🌳 It’s beautifully maintained, very clean, and surrounded by tall trees that make the atmosphere so peaceful and refreshing.”
“Enjoy a game of volleyball, open for some tennis or relaxing with family or friends underneath a shady tree or a gazebo site.”
“Gorgeous park, lush grass, a 1mile loop around the perimeter of the park.”
Plan your run at Ralph B Clark 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.
- 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
- Phone(714) 973-3170
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–9 PM |
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