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Twin Pines Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 740 Google reviews · Running trail in Belmont, California · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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Confirmed from Twin Pines 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.

ScenicDog-friendlyRestroomsQuiet

This small, scenic neighborhood park features a creek, a playground, picnic areas & a rec center.

What runners say about Twin Pines Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (740 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 8 mentions

“There are awesome trees around here though and great views of Belmont creek.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 8 mentions

“Twin Pines Park, nestled behind Belmont City Hall, is a delightful haven offering a plethora of amenities amidst serene surroundings.”

Twin Pines Park, nestled behind Belmont City Hall, is a delightful haven offering a plethora of amenities amidst serene surroundings. The park boasts a picturesque walking trail, charming cottage, inviting kid's playground, and ample picnic areas, making it an ideal destination for families and large groups alike.

★★★★★ — Hasan , May 2024

I went there for an Art Exhibit and I got there a little early, so I decided to follow the trails. If you have a dog you can walk them on the trails oh, there are two different parks for kids and there's an area where you could either have a birthday party or just barbecue with some friends and family yes.

★★★★★ — Lysa , Apr 2019

Great for have a lot fun with the kids, do hiking, or walk with your pets.

★★★★★ — Killi , Aug 2021

It's a really nice, spacious park, we used to take our kids too, now they are in College. What remains is the tranquility, a feeling of existing in a fairy tale while marching upward trails amongst large, leavy pines glistening in the afternoon. Also rewarding is the view over the bay, if one ventures a little further.

★★★★★ — Marion , May 2020

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 740 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 10 mentions

“There are awesome trees around here though and great views of Belmont creek.”

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🚻 Restrooms 10 mentions

“Ample picnic areas, two playgrounds, bathrooms, historic house, mini trail and cool graffiti area.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 7 mentions

“Twin Pines Park, nestled behind Belmont City Hall, is a delightful haven offering a plethora of amenities amidst serene surroundings.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 5 mentions

“I love taking my dog to this park.”

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Plan your run at Twin Pines 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitebelmont.gov
  • Phone(650) 595-7441

Hours

Monday 7 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 7 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 7 AM–8 PM
Thursday 7 AM–8 PM
Friday 7 AM–8 PM
Saturday 7 AM–8 PM
Sunday 7 AM–8 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 Twin Pines Park

1 Twin Pines Ln, Belmont, CA 94002

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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.