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Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,127 Google reviews · Running trail in Van Nuys, California · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve'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.
Wildlife reserve, trails & a lake teeming with birds, butterflies & lizards, plus an amphitheater.
What runners say about Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve
“A beautiful park currently undergoing restoration, featuring easy nature trails that are perfect for family with kids.”
“Easy trails and wonderful for exercising and getting your steps in.”
This wildlife reserve is an incredible escape from the hustle bustle of the valley! The are a few signs posted that give you information about the reserve and the wildlife in it, but I'm glad that this is free and open to the public.
This is really my go-to spot for bird watching. I consider myself and amateur ornithologist and this place is great for variety and some what uncommon birds. Last time I was there I saw 2 Osprey and at least 5 Belted Kingfishers. I took saw a couple Juvinile Yellow Crowed Night Herons and put a couple pics.
So much L I F E here! It’s a beautiful place to take a nature walk, have a picnic, observe butterflies, dragonflies, birds. Great nature oasis in the middle of the valley in the city. I have been several times in a month or so because I love it so much.
Great for birding! Easy trails and wonderful for exercising and getting your steps in. Could use a little more TLC from the city, but they try, especially with the planting of many new trees.
Trail conditions & character
“A beautiful park currently undergoing restoration, featuring easy nature trails that are perfect for family with kids.”
“You can bring friends, dogs, games, books, whatever you please to enjoy yourself!”
“There’s multiple zones and tons of parking lots on one big property.”
Plan your run at Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Reserve
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitesepulvedabasinwildlife.org
- Phone+1 818-756-9710
- 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 |
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