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Santa Ana River Trail- mile marker sixteen

4.5 ★★★★★ 13 Google reviews · Running trail in Orange, California · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Paved
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Santa Ana River Trail- mile marker sixteen'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.

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What runners say about Santa Ana River Trail- mile marker sixteen

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (13 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🪧 well-marked 2 mentions

“The Santa Ana River Trail mile marker sixteen is a point to remember!”

The Santa Ana River Trail mile marker sixteen is a point to remember! With the Steve Ambriz Memorial Park just a block away, it’s a back way spot into the park on foot or by bike, as well as a passage point of reference from the park and homes of the Riverbend Community, via the paths and trails.

★★★★☆ — Jim , Nov 2022

Great, easy path. Easy to park. Good reception. You get trees lined up with water and a mountain background view. Best time to go might be one hour before sunset. The only complaint is the water looks a little dried at this end. Go more north for more water.

★★★★☆ — Manny , Nov 2022

A Versatile Trail for Wildlife and Long Treks If you are looking for a reliable, paved stretch to get some distance in, the Santa Ana River Trail is easily one of the best options in the region. I recently spent the afternoon cruising down the trail with my dog, and it remains a go-to spot for a reason.

★★★★★ — Erik , Apr 2026

This is a Wonderful trail! We love to run there and ride bikes 🚲 during morning and evening much less people!

★★★★★ — Ksenia , Feb 2026

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 13 reviews →

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 5 mentions

“The Google Maps satellite view shows the paved park path extended past the gate and to mile marker 16.”

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📏 Mile markers 3 mentions

“The Santa Ana River Trail mile marker sixteen is a point to remember!”

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🛣️ Paved surface 2 mentions

“The Google Maps satellite view shows the paved park path extended past the gate and to mile marker 16.”

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Plan your run at Santa Ana River Trail- mile marker sixteen

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
  • 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.
  • Phone+1 866-627-2757

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

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 Santa Ana River Trail- mile marker sixteen

Santa Ana River Trail Bikeway, Orange, CA 92865

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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.