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Redding River Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 180 Google reviews · Running trail in Redding, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- 5.5 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Redding River Trail'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 Redding River Trail
“Beautiful scenery and an excellent bike path, we enjoyed taking our e-bilke around the trail.”
Really incredible spot to get a great view of Redding. By far the best to get a great sunset photo of the area. The view point is only a short walk away from the parking area. (Side note) the parking area is pretty small and unmarked so be sure to arrive early if you’re hoping to view sunset on a weekend!
Beautiful scenery and an excellent bike path, we enjoyed taking our e-bilke around the trail. This is something that the city should be very proud of as many cities do not have such a fine trail.
Most beautiful bike ride on a fall afternoon! Close to freeway for a nice respite as driving up or down I-5. Nice combination of sun and shade. Gorgeous pedestrian bridge. A treat for all ages.
Such a great spot. Whether you drive and just look or walk from Sundial, this is a great view. RPD could check the lot now and then as it’s gathering spot but even then, not bad.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful scenery and an excellent bike path, we enjoyed taking our e-bilke around the trail.”
“The view point is only a short walk away from the parking area.”
Plan your run at Redding River Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- Distance5.5 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- 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 trailheadparking — 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.
- Websitecityofredding.gov
- Phone+1 530-225-4512
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–5 pm |
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