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Ryder Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 549 Google reviews · Running trail in San Mateo, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Ryder 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 with striking, modern picnic pavilions, BBQs, a playground & seasonal splash pad.
What runners say about Ryder Park
“The picnic areas in this park are spacious and well-maintained, providing a perfect setting for a delightful outdoor meal with your little ones.”
“This is the perfect place to go for a walk with my dog, at day or night beautiful and safe place, Love it here!”
“The playground is good for kids of all ages and there's plenty of grassy areas to run around in or play sports.”
Wonderful park in San Mateo for all ages, but especially for small kids. Great playground area that is well designed and clean, large picnic tables and benches, and lots of open space for kids and pets to run around. Close to the walking trail by the water as well. Parking lot is small, but plenty of street parking.
This is a very enjoyable park to visit. There is a well maintained playground and access to paved walkways going both North and South along the shoreline of the bay. We go there often to get our daily exercise, a one mile walk. Others. Are walking, running, and biking and enjoying the seabirds and flowers.
I love this park. Aside from having water features in the summer you can make a day of it. Bring the family and a picnic lunch amd enjoy the sunshine and breeze. Not much shade so bring your own.
Nice park with picnic tables and enough parking. The playground is good for kids of all ages and there's plenty of grassy areas to run around in or play sports. It's next to the trail and this makes the park seem busier. The picnic tables can be reserved and look good for a birthday party.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful park with separate parking lot from Seal Point Park but connected.”
“This is the perfect place to go for a walk with my dog, at day or night beautiful and safe place, Love it here!”
Plan your run at Ryder Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- 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, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitecityofsanmateo.org
- Phone+1 650-522-7434
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–8 pm |
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