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Sharon Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 487 Google reviews · Running trail in Menlo Park, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Sharon 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.
Playground, ponds and trails around a peaceful park, featuring fish, ducks, turtles, koi and fountains.
What runners say about Sharon Park
“Beautiful and peaceful park, with a nice big fountain in the middle and a couple of easy hiking trails surrounding the park.”
“Beautiful and peaceful park, with a nice big fountain in the middle and a couple of easy hiking trails surrounding the park.”
This is a small and quiet park. I almost have 30 minutes walk around the lake every day after lunch. Watching those fish and turtles are my favorite things
Beautiful and peaceful park, with a nice big fountain in the middle and a couple of easy hiking trails surrounding the park. Last two times we visited, there were people picnicking, walking or just relaxing, but not crowded at all. Good to bring a dog along as they get entertained by the koi in the pond.
This little one is one of those who really enjoys walking with your pet, the fresh air and its beautiful view is ideal, for those looking for a little peace, it has a playground, which is located next to it with railings so the little ones are safe to be able to play.
Good little park with a lake and ⛲ fountain in the middle + little path around the perimeter with benches -1⭐ No bathroom as far as I can see although there is one at the Safeway a mile down the street LTE for Google Fi can also be better (in 2022)
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful and peaceful park, with a nice big fountain in the middle and a couple of easy hiking trails surrounding the park.”
“Beautiful and peaceful park, with a nice big fountain in the middle and a couple of easy hiking trails surrounding the park.”
“Nice and beautiful park with the lake playground, walking area and space to walk and run your dog.”
“Amazing quiet area, Safeway near by, enough parking space .”
“It appears to be stroller-friendly.”
Plan your run at Sharon Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitemenlopark.gov
- Phone+1 650-330-6780
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–11 pm |
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