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Verdugo Mountains Open Space Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 71 Google reviews · Running trail in Glendale, California · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Verdugo Mountains Open Space Preserve'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 244-acre preserve with many trees is a popular spot for hiking, biking & horseback riding.
What runners say about Verdugo Mountains Open Space Preserve
Did Beaudry Loop. Great hike. We took longer than expected and wound up doing the last third in the dark. Bring a flashlight if you come later in the evening. (No duh right?)
An Official Hiking Review: We love this area! Fabulous destination for those who want to have a short or long hike. Fantastic area! We rate this area as easy/medium.
A short, semi aggressive grade trail that switchbacks through the mountains. Had a couple bicycle trails also
Pleasant, peaceful, path ascends 150m above Montrose and this valley's occasional LA River tributary.
Trail conditions & character
“It has amazing views but for inexperienced hikers its a mediocre one for y’all.”
Plan your run at Verdugo Mountains Open Space Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- Websiteparks.ca.gov
- Phone+1 818-880-0363
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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Beaudry Loop Trailhead
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Loop trail for hiking with scenic views that is appropriate for all skill levels.