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Woodbridge Ecological Reserve - South Unit
4.6 ★★★★★ 197 Google reviews · Running trail in Lodi, California · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Woodbridge Ecological Reserve - South Unit'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 ecological preserve is home to Sandhill cranes, tundra swans, geese & other birds.
What runners say about Woodbridge Ecological Reserve - South Unit
“The part of the preserve that is accessible is rather small, but it’s still a great viewing area!”
Great park for nature lovers. You can find any length of trail you want.
A place where seasonally ( Sandhill Cranes, Snow Geese ) birds may be watched. Legally there is charge of $ 5.99 per person per day (on line) to visit but there is no one checking for compliance. Best times are at dawn and dusk . Bring binoculars as the birds nest at a distance.
Trail conditions & character
“The fabled sandhill crane will arrive here en masse every winter and you could have the opportunity to view such a unique and wonderful species.”
“The part of the preserve that is accessible is rather small, but it’s still a great viewing area!”
Plan your run at Woodbridge Ecological Reserve - South Unit
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitewildlife.ca.gov
- Phone(209) 234-3435
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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