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Robert E. Woolley State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 187 Google reviews · Running trail in Burlingame, California · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Robert E. Woolley State 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.

Open 24hScenicDog-friendlyTrailhead parkingQuiet

Walking trails in a peaceful state park popular for dog walking, fishing and airplane watching.

What runners say about Robert E. Woolley State Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (187 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 4 mentions

“Small park next to the Embassy Suites by Hilton that’s well kept and quiet.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 7 mentions

“Views are great & for the aviation enthusiasts there’s a great view of the airport when planes are landing west.”

🏃 great for running 2 mentions

“A great place for running, dog walking, watching sunset and planes landing.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 8 mentions

“Such a quaint and peaceful place to stroll around and spend some time by yourself .”

🐕 dog-walking favorite 3 mentions

“A great place for running, dog walking, watching sunset and planes landing.”

A great place for running, dog walking, watching sunset and planes landing. Parking is easy. I love that there’s no high-voltage power lines in view which is common at the southern side of the bay trail.

★★★★★ — Sherry , May 2021

Really cool spot for many reasons. Clean air. Nice walking trails. Places to fish. Clean public restrooms open till dusk. Located near the Embassy Suites and Coyote Point so nice environment and good recreational spots. The list can go on but I'm sure you get the gist. Must visit..

★★★★★ — Mateo , Sep 2019

Nice little spot great view... great for dog walking, jogging and fishing. Bring a jacket simetimes it gets very windy!!

★★★★★ — H , Jan 2019

Small park next to the Embassy Suites by Hilton that’s well kept and quiet. Nice little oasis on the island even if it is small. Has a good walking trail that links up with two other longer trails nearby. Views are great & for the aviation enthusiasts there’s a great view of the airport when planes are landing west.

★★★★☆ — Garrett , Mar 2020

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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 15 mentions

“Views are great & for the aviation enthusiasts there’s a great view of the airport when planes are landing west.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 8 mentions

“Such a quaint and peaceful place to stroll around and spend some time by yourself .”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 5 mentions

“A nice park to relax by the water, looks like parking is free here”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 5 mentions

“A great place for running, dog walking, watching sunset and planes landing.”

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Plan your run at Robert E. Woolley State Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • 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.
  • Websiteparks.ca.gov
  • Phone(800) 777-0369
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

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 Robert E. Woolley State Park

111 Anza Blvd, Burlingame, CA 94010

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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.