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Willow Springs Park - Long Beach
4.4 ★★★★☆ 338 Google reviews · Running trail in Long Beach, California · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Willow Springs Park - Long Beach'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.
Park featuring a lookout point offering city views and trails.
What runners say about Willow Springs Park - Long Beach
“Smaller than I thought but gorgeous with soothing aromas, well-maintained trails and landscape, and lots of shady big trees with steps where you can sit.”
First time visiting - checked it off my list. Smaller than I thought but gorgeous with soothing aromas, well-maintained trails and landscape, and lots of shady big trees with steps where you can sit. Such a great spot to re-center or go for a brisk walk. Definitely going back!
Our last minute picnic and short hike idea around Longview Point at Willow Springs Park was delightful and relaxing. The park has some trees and vegetation but the area is very raw and underdeveloped, creating a very unique park user experience unlike any other parks in Long Beach, California.
One of the best spots in signal hill (long beach) to take in the view with a lady friend your buddy or a fat blunt! Pet friendly ,female friendly, hang out friendly , and definitely 420 friendly !
Wishing tree!! Nice views, long trail, herbs. Next to a historical cementary Bird watch Fresh farm onsite open on Sunday.
Trail conditions & character
“Smaller than I thought but gorgeous with soothing aromas, well-maintained trails and landscape, and lots of shady big trees with steps where you can sit.”
“Since this trail is intended as a loop, I really recommend improving the steep hillside portion near the concrete retention pond on the north end of the lot.”
“Saw practically no one on the trail but on my way back, the parking lot was FULL of cars and movement.”
“Saw one guy in his car just hanging with a huge dog but I saw the same car upon arrival and it looked like he had moved his car for no reason(?”
“Since this trail is intended as a loop, I really recommend improving the steep hillside portion near the concrete retention pond on the north end of the lot.”
“Not sure if the portable restroom by the compost station is public otherwise there's no restrooms.”
“Since this trail is intended as a loop, I really recommend improving the steep hillside portion near the concrete retention pond on the north end of the lot.”
Plan your run at Willow Springs Park - Long Beach
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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.
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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 |
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