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Rankin Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 481 Google reviews · Running trail in Martinez, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Rankin 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.
Neighborhood park featuring a pool and a playground for kids.
What runners say about Rankin Park
“Its beautiful here, very well kept, nice grounds & its nestled in to a bowl of steep hills all around which are lush, green & full of nice trees & foliage.”
“Its beautiful here, very well kept, nice grounds & its nestled in to a bowl of steep hills all around which are lush, green & full of nice trees & foliage.”
“Area for a party but not a lot of shade over there, noticed some people having a party brought their own pop ups.”
“We loved it very beautiful view, quiet and peaceful”
We came during the storm and there was talk of water in the creek and where the trails were. Tiny little waterfalls for the kids to enjoy.
Pretty cool park! They have both a tot area and bigger kid playground, grass areas to run around on, and lots of picnic tables! They are dog friendly with dogs kept on leash. I love the uniqueness of the bigger kid playground. It's on a hill with a huge slide and they have faux rock formations you can climb as well.
I love this park! It is excellent for children with super cool play structures and walking trails. I have yet to find it crowded and the bathrooms are wonderful!
Very clean park! Play areas for small and big kids. The park has trails and is very peaceful. There’s restrooms as well. We had a blast at this park would definitely come here again. Also there are picnic areas with lots of tables.
Trail conditions & character
“You can bring your own food and drinks They have lockers to store your goods and clean bathrooms for changing and showering.”
“Its beautiful here, very well kept, nice grounds & its nestled in to a bowl of steep hills all around which are lush, green & full of nice trees & foliage.”
“Its beautiful here, very well kept, nice grounds & its nestled in to a bowl of steep hills all around which are lush, green & full of nice trees & foliage.”
“We loved it very beautiful view, quiet and peaceful”
“Area for a party but not a lot of shade over there, noticed some people having a party brought their own pop ups.”
Plan your run at Rankin 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitecityofmartinez.org
- Phone+1 925-372-3510
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–9 pm |
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