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Signal Hill trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 59 Google reviews · Running trail in Signal Hill, California · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Signal Hill trail yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
Scenic park, plus hiking paths with exercise stations and views of the ocean and mountains.
What runners say about Signal Hill trail
“Amazing, perfect sightseeing view for me and my peers just coming here and seeing the gorgeous view of the Mountains, L.”
I prefer exercising outdoors. Never been a fan of gyms unless it's pouring rain/dumping snow/or apocalyptic weather.. Hahaha. The Signal Hill trails not only are a great cardio because of the hills, but also offer incredible views to the mountains and to the ocean.
A beautiful and easy trail that leads to the Hill Top Park with amazing views of the LBC and the Pacific Ocean. The wide dirt paths are enclosed by drought efficient flowers and other plants, plaques with historical information about the oil rigs, and even a few exercise stations.
It's a nice trail with good views... Easy if you are a hiker. More difficult since uphill for the causal walker.
Very nice views. In a clear day, can see downtown LA. The hike up the hill is not challenging.
Trail conditions & character
“The Signal Hill trails not only are a great cardio because of the hills, but also offer incredible views to the mountains and to the ocean.”
“The Signal Hill trails not only are a great cardio because of the hills, but also offer incredible views to the mountains and to the ocean.”
“If you do have a small dog without you on your walks/hikes, be sure and have a flashlight and make a lot of noise and the coyotes will run off.”
Plan your run at Signal Hill trail
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
Running trails near Signal Hill
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