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Shoup Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 960 Google reviews · Running trail in Los Altos, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Shoup 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.
This 4-acre community gathering place features a playground, drop-in teen center & rentable venues.
What runners say about Shoup Park
“Great picnic spot, friendly community especially for kids, green grass, strong tall trees, and playground, clean restroom, also many people walk their dogs relaxingly.”
Great park for kids! This park is great, took my niece and nephew there (twice in as many days it was so fun). There are two play structures at the park, lots of benches and shade for the younger ones. A small stream is flowing right now due to the recent rains and it completely captivated my nephew.
This park offers something for everyone. 2 playground areas for small and larger children. A lovely loop walking path and a connection to the Redwoods and a boardwalk to walk on. This is one of my Mom’s favorite spots, which we take her often.
This is a wonderful place for picnic and just a short walk with children. There are two playgrounds and a sand area for kiddos. Although it's very visited, it's easy to find parking here. A lot of shadow and plenty of benches and spots to enjoy. I loved it!
Beautiful small park. There's a path to Redwood Grove, so you get 2 parks! The stream is flowing strong after the rains! There are a couple of play structures for kids. It's dog friendly. Restrooms, and rec center for events.
Trail conditions & character
“The parking lot is very difficult to get in and out of though, otherwise I would have given it 5 stars.”
“Great picnic spot, friendly community especially for kids, green grass, strong tall trees, and playground, clean restroom, also many people walk their dogs relaxingly.”
“Great picnic spot, friendly community especially for kids, green grass, strong tall trees, and playground, clean restroom, also many people walk their dogs relaxingly.”
“A lovely loop walking path and a connection to the Redwoods and a boardwalk to walk on.”
“The park is super clean with water fountains and bathroom that are open even during the pandemic.”
Plan your run at Shoup 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, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitelosaltosca.gov
- Phone(650) 947-2790
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–8 PM |
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