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Shaded Running Trails in California
California has 895 trails with shade and tree cover in this directory, across 321 cities and towns — San Jose, Oakland, Vacaville, Visalia and 317 more. Tree cover for summer miles, when an exposed path turns into a heat trap.
The 250 most-reviewed in California
Ranked by local reputation — rating weighted by review count. Use the filters to narrow them, or open a city below for the full local list.
Beverly Hills Garden Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 14,308 reviews
Expansive, tree-filled park with fountains & jogging paths plus cacti & rose gardens.
Lake Perris State Recreation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 9,508 reviews
Reserve on a lake, popular for boating & hikes in rocky terrain home to bobcats & birdlife.
Whittier Narrows Recreation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 9,400 reviews
Diverse sports, 3 lakes, a military museum, shooting ranges, horse center, disc golf & urban farm.
Irvine Regional Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 8,859 reviews
Park offers train & pony rides, plus paddle boat rentals, the Orange County Zoo & picnic areas.
William Land Regional Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 6,789 reviews
Sizable park offering many amenities, including a zoo, amphitheater, golf course & ball fields.
Hilltop Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 5,221 reviews
Compact green space offering panoramic vistas, BBQ & picnic areas & walking paths.
McKinley Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 4,634 reviews
Relaxing preserve featuring a rose garden, seasonal pool, playgrounds, tennis courts & trails.
Rancho San Antonio County Park & Open Space Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,535 reviews
Rural nature preserve with 25 miles of hiking trails, plus a working farm & a model plane launch.
Mission Peak Regional Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,513 reviews
Vast mountain preserve popular for biking, hiking, horseback riding, R/C flying and hang-gliding.
Charles H. Wilson Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,274 reviews
Sports & recreation area for jogging, volleyball, basketball, tennis, roller hockey & more.
Yorba Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,163 reviews
Mile-wide park adjacent to the Santa Ana River has 140 acres of picnic tables, lakes, trails & more.
Tilden Regional Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,971 reviews
A 2,000+ acre park with a carousel, botanic garden, lake swimming, picnic areas & steam train ride.
Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,529 reviews
Sprawling forest featuring redwood groves & rare wildlife, plus trails, picnic areas & campsites.
Alum Rock Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,599 reviews
Spacious park featuring hiking & biking trails, mineral springs & several picnic areas.
Central Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,591 reviews
52-acre park with 2 playgrounds & athletic courts/fields, plus a swimming pool, picnic area & BBQs.
Murray Reservoir
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,446 reviews
Small boat rentals, fishing & many picnic areas, plus a walking & biking path along the reservoir.
Lodi Lake
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,301 reviews
Lakefront park offering swimming, boating, kayaking, chartered river tours & nature programs.
Red Hill Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,180 reviews
Open park with playgrounds, areas for baseball, soccer & horseshoes, an exercise trail & duck pond.
Hellyer County Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,161 reviews
Green space featuring a 15-mile paved trail, plus picnicking, disc golf, a dog park & a velodrome.
Castle Rock State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,837 reviews
Park offering 34 miles of hiking & horseback riding trails among redwoods & other regional trees.
Shoreline Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,832 reviews
Park with a golf course, a lake with boat rentals, walking/biking trails & a Victorian house museum.
Cuesta Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,712 reviews
With wide-open spaces & shaded parts, this park has a playground, tennis courts & BBQ facilities.
Ralph B Clark Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,696 reviews
Sprawling park covering more than 100 acres includes a softball complex & plenty of open fields.
California State Capitol Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,637 reviews
Scenic city green space with monuments, memorials, flower gardens & walking paths.
Craig Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,625 reviews
124-acre recreational park with biking, hiking & picnicking, plus hills, a rose garden & a lake.
Las Palmas Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,587 reviews
24-acre tiki-themed park with a playground, water features, a dog run, tennis courts & bathrooms.
Point Mugu State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,476 reviews
Santa Monica Mountains' park has 5 miles of beach, river canyons, bluffs & 70+ miles of trails.
Heather Farm Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,428 reviews
This 102-acre preserve offers a swimming complex, dog park, sports fields & a skate park.
Eisenhower Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,435 reviews
Large park featuring a pond filled with fish & ducks, plus walking paths, playgrounds & BBQ grills.
Emerald Glen Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,330 reviews
40+ acres of land encompass various sports fields, a water park, skate park, trails & picnic areas.
Chino Hills State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,378 reviews
State park offers biking, picnicking & hiking, plus on-site bathrooms & water spigots.
Anderson River Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,324 reviews
Big park with picnic areas, playgrounds & softball & soccer fields, plus disc golf & scenic trails.
William R Mason Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,214 reviews
Park has 300+ acres for picnics, softball, volleyball, golf, hiking & biking, toddler play & more.
Wilderness Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,250 reviews
Small public park featuring a duck pond, walk/jog paths & grassy areas popular for picnicking.
Sunol Regional Wilderness
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,201 reviews
6,859-acre park with varied terrain & a scenic gorge for hiking, a visitor center & more.
Apollo Community Regional Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,216 reviews
A 54-acre park featuring 3 man-made lakes for fishing & boating plus play equipment & walking paths.
Peters Canyon North Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,160 reviews
Popular jogging & hiking park features coastal sage scrub & grassland habitats, plus a reservoir.
Rusch Community Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 2,295 reviews
Outdoor skating & biking spot with concrete surface, numerous unique features & lighting at night.
Lafayette Reservoir Recreation
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,994 reviews
Sizable park featuring a reservoir, hiking trails & activities such as fishing & boating.
Kimball Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 2,071 reviews
Sprawling green space offering playgrounds, a skate park and baseball diamonds for picnics as well as walks, bike rides and dog-walking.
Almaden Quicksilver County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,932 reviews
County park with a history of mining offers hiking, biking & equestrian trails amid wildflowers.
Tri-City Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,958 reviews
Popular park featuring a lake and walking trails as well as a playground.
Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,842 reviews
Mountainside area with tall trees, offering canyon hikes, biking trails & horse-riding paths.
John D. Morgan Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,915 reviews
Grassy fields & shade trees highlight this 32-acre destination for athletics, play & picnicking.
Ferndell Nature Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,835 reviews
Quarter-mile footpath along a man-made stream, shaded by tropical foliage & sycamore trees.
Edward Vincent Jr. Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,950 reviews
This 55-acre park has multiple playgrounds, plus athletic facilities, picnic areas & a pool.
Contra Loma Regional Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,900 reviews
Community lawn covering 2 blocks & surrounded by trees, featuring 2 tennis courts & a playground.
Knights Ferry Recreation Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,818 reviews
Relaxed park featuring river beach access for kayaking, swimming and other activities, plus a historic bridge.
Alondra Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 2,011 reviews
Large, wooded park with a lake & an island where a native-plant garden attracts birds & butterflies.
Santiago Oaks Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,768 reviews
Vast park with interconnecting trails for hiking, biking & horseback riding amid mountain vistas.
Oso de Oro Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,760 reviews
Area with 3 different elevations offering picnic spots, play areas & a wheelchair basketball court.
Iron Mountain Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,712 reviews
Popular and dog-friendly trail leading to a summit featuring picnic tables and a telescope with scenic views.
Claremont Hills Wilderness Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,641 reviews
This winding trail for hiking & mountain biking provides moderate elevation & dramatic views.
Downtown City Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,647 reviews
Festivals & other town happenings are held in this central green space with a gazebo & playground.
Jacob Myers Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,707 reviews
Green space offering a boat ramp, camping area & fishing, plus a picnic gazebo, playground & trails.
Andulka Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,631 reviews
Tennis center with 10 championship courts along with lessons, programs & a full-service pro shop.
Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,688 reviews
Park sitting along the Pacific Crest Trail is home to Silverwood Lake reservoir & hiking trails.
Mission Peak Trail Head
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,566 reviews
Open space featuring a steep hiking trail with sweeping valley & bay views from the summit.
O'Melveny Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,546 reviews
This park, the second largest in Los Angeles, offers picnicking & trails for hikers & bikers.
Chollas Lake Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,603 reviews
Casual park with picnic tables and playgrounds, plus a lake with ducks and geese.
Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,663 reviews
An 80-acre lake draws crowds to this park with areas for swimming, fishing, boating & picnicking.
Etiwanda Falls Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,584 reviews
Waterfall, rock and trail area, with a peaceful ambience, a creek and views of the city.
Walnut Creek Community Regional Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,615 reviews
Park open during daylight hours, offering facilities for horses & horse-trailer parking.
Will Rogers State Historic Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,536 reviews
Once Will Rogers' ranch, this park features trails set in the canyon with views of LA & the ocean.
TeWinkle Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,531 reviews
This 49-acre park with a lake offers play areas, ball fields, tennis courts & picnic shelters.
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,494 reviews
Hiking, biking & jogging trails on varied terrain rising from sea level to steep coastal mountains.
Turnbull Canyon
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,558 reviews
Former landfill site, closed in 2013 & now landscaped, offering hiking through the Puente Hills.
Prospect Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,487 reviews
Picturesque park with an amphitheater & orange grove, plus walking trails & picnic facilities.
Foothills Nature Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,540 reviews
Miles of trails guide visitors through woodlands & fields, past streams & lakes in this vast park.
Mooney Grove Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,551 reviews
Large, enduring public park dotted with grand old oaks, historic buildings & a lagoon with boats.
Tecolote Canyon Natural Park and Nature Center
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,456 reviews
This park running along the coast & up to the mouth of Tecolote Canyon includes a visitors center.
Mary Henley Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,522 reviews
Park offering a playground, basketball courts, and fitness equipment, plus picnic tables and a restroom.
Garcia Bend Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,513 reviews
Scenic riverfront park with a playground, soccer fields, tennis court & a boat launch.
Grijalva Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,445 reviews
26.5-acre park featuring lighted multipurpose fields, playground, 2 picnic pavilions & green space.
Lake Clementine Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,394 reviews
Steepish but well-marked trail for hiking, mountain biking and splashing at the dam.
Cosumnes River Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,390 reviews
Wetland walking trails, a boardwalk with a wildlife viewing deck & a visitor's center with tours.
Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,387 reviews
467 acres of woodlands & grasslands known for its hiking, wildflowers, bird-watching & scenic views.
Oak Canyon Nature Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,378 reviews
Nature park featuring oak forests, scrubland & canyons, plus wildlife & an interpretive center.
Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,363 reviews
Space in the Gabilan Mountains to camp or picnic, plus trails for 4x4s, motocross, bikes & ATVs.
Stevens Creek County Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,367 reviews
Miles of multi-use trails, shaded picnic areas & a large reservoir for fishing & boating.
Civic Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,367 reviews
10-acre park with gardens, picturesque views & a community center & gazebo used for weddings.
Royer Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,396 reviews
Home to the Children's Art Center, the space also has picnic & play areas as well as horseshoe pits.
Berwick Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,331 reviews
1-acre park boasting ocean vistas, picnic spots & a grassy lawn, plus hiking & biking trails.
Garfield Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,305 reviews
A city park space with tennis courts, a looped path, a playground & meditative garden space.
Andrews Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,333 reviews
Verdant park with ambling trails, shaded picnic areas, a children's playground & a creek.
Pleasant Hill Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,331 reviews
Sizable park with playgrounds, picnic spots & a pool plus areas for softball, basketball & bocce.
Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,301 reviews
Sprawling park with canyons & rock formations plus 17 miles of hiking, biking & equestrian trails.
Paradise Falls
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,293 reviews
40-ft. waterfall in a canyon in a rugged regional park, accessible by hiking trails.
Roxbury Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,321 reviews
Sprawling public park known for its varied recreational activities, including lawn bowling & tennis.
Wildcat Canyon Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,266 reviews
Spacious park offering miles of multi-use trails plus a children's playground & picnicking areas.
Encinitas Community Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,252 reviews
44-acre recreational area featuring multi-use sports fields, a huge skate park & open space.
Buddy Todd Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,270 reviews
Shady outdoor park featuring a children's playground & a covered picnic area with grills & outlets.
Skyline Wilderness Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,263 reviews
Wilderness park offering hiking, biking & equestrian trails, camp sites & a native plant garden.
Caswell Memorial State Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,317 reviews
Covering more than 250 acres along Stanislaus River, this park is home to many endangered species.
Los Leones Canyon
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,185 reviews
Starting point with parking for a canyon hiking trail across chaparral grassland for Pacific views.
Atascadero Lake Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,194 reviews
Lakeside park with playground, paddle boats, a volleyball court & housing the Central Coast Zoo.
Dimond Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,218 reviews
Park featuring creekside hiking trails, picnic areas, playgrounds, a pool & a recreational center.
Fremont Older Open Space Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,146 reviews
Scenic spread on 739 acres with rolling views & trails for hiking, biking & horseback riding.
Mast Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,165 reviews
Green space with riverside trails, a picnic/BBQ area, playground, ball court & off-leash dog area.
Tierra Bonita Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,184 reviews
Spacious family-friendly park featuring baseball fields, a playground and exercise equipment.
Big Morongo Canyon Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,123 reviews
Desert oasis & wildlife habitat with an education center, a butterfly garden & scenic trails.
Los Alamos Hills Sports Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,121 reviews
40-acre park housing many athletic fields & walking paths, plus picnic tables & 2 shaded play areas.
Solstice Canyon
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,120 reviews
Canyon offering trails of varying difficulty, plus picnicking, a waterfall, wildlife & dog walking.
Sylvan Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,187 reviews
Public green space with play equipment & picnic tables plus facilities for basketball & baseball.
Picchetti Ranch
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,107 reviews
308-acre park offering 3.7 miles of trails amid orchards & woodlands, a winery & weekly activities.
Fullerton Loop - MTB & Hiking Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,096 reviews
Beginning & mid-level cyclists frequent this city recreation area composed of trails & streets.
Redwood Grove Nature Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,107 reviews
This 6-acre Redwood forest features a boardwalk, observation decks, picnic tables & a rose garden.
Pearson-Arastradero Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,106 reviews
Dog-friendly open space with an interpretive center, plus marked hiking, biking & equestrian trails.
Preisker Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,165 reviews
The town's largest park with an open field, horseshoe pits, a disc golf course & 2 playgrounds.
Wunderlich County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,056 reviews
Park with redwood trees, open meadows & biking/hiking trails, plus stables for horseback riding.
Sutter's Landing Regional Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,117 reviews
Leafy park for recreation plus a dog park, bocce ball, basketball court, skate park & bike trails.
Covina Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,086 reviews
Neighborhood park with a hockey rink, softball field, picnic areas & halls for event hire.
Mary Vagle Nature Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,018 reviews
Nature center with exhibits on local natural history, plus native plant gardens, a pond & trails.
Andreas Canyon Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 985 reviews
Featuring palm trees and a stream, this hiking area offers picnic tables and a restroom.
Canyon Hills Community Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,027 reviews
18-acre park featuring a splash pad, baseball fields, soccer pitch & basketball courts.
Canyon Country Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,002 reviews
Clean and well-maintained park with a zipline and musical instruments for children.
Vargas Plateau Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 989 reviews
Grasslands & wooded canyons home to eagles & hawks, with gentle walking routes leading to bay views.
Bristow Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,026 reviews
This neighborhood park with athletic fields also has a wading pool, playground & community center.
Stone Creek Community Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,001 reviews
Large park for family outings, sporting and leisure activities, featuring lots of grassy areas, playgrounds and splash pads, plus a skateboard ramp.
Lost Lake Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,021 reviews
Relaxed park offering walking trails, swimming and kayaking options, plus camping.
Sorensen Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,036 reviews
This rural park has a 14,000-sq.-ft. gymnasium, plus sports fields, grassy fields & playgrounds.
Azusa Wilderness Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,005 reviews
Covering 60+ acres of canyon terrain, this wilderness areas has trails for hiking & biking.
San Bruno Mountain State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 959 reviews
Mountain recreation space featuring city & bay views, hiking trails, picnic areas & open meadows.
Switzer Falls Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 958 reviews
Popular path through a national forest & ruined wilderness resort to a waterfall at a a deep gorge.
Redwood Grove
4.8 ★★★★★ 938 reviews
Unspoilt park with a marked trail through a giant redwood grove, 4-acre lake & colorful playground.
Quail Hill Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 974 reviews
Leashed pets are allowed on this popular loop trail for hiking, jogging & biking with city views.
Bijou Community Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 952 reviews
Meadow park with basketball, volleyball & skateboard areas, disc golf, a dog run & railroad exhibit.
Pulgas Ridge Open Space Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 958 reviews
Dog-friendly preserve offering 366 acres of open space, with hiking trails through canyons & ridges.
Encanto Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 958 reviews
Relaxed park with swings and a playground, plus a trail along the San Gabriel River.
North Etiwanda Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 952 reviews
Relaxed hiking trails in a rugged landscape with waterfalls, streams and a variety of wildlife.
San Dieguito County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 920 reviews
This scenic park offers play & picnic areas, plus trails, baseball & basketball facilities.
Rockville Hills Regional Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 926 reviews
Area with volcanic-rock hills & a grass valley for nature-watching hikes, bike rides & scenic views.
Lodi Lake Wilderness Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 905 reviews
Nature-filled area and preserve featuring a trail for walking and biking alongside a lake for swimming and boating.
Truckee River Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 904 reviews
Charming riverside park featuring a children's playground, hiking paths & a disc-golf course.
Sycamore Canyon Wilderness Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 918 reviews
Several trails connect this 1,424-acre public space to the communities surrounding it.
Sierra Bicentennial Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 940 reviews
Practice area for baseball & softball, with batting range, pitching machines, rentals & a snack bar.
Blue Sky Ecological Reserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 868 reviews
Wild 700-acre canyon habitat for myriad flora & fauna, with hiking trails & guided tours.
Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 866 reviews
Expansive park featuring trails, a creek, gardens & farm animals, plus a seasonal barn center.
Bedwell Bayfront Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 902 reviews
Large bayside park with expansive open spaces for flying kites & several hiking trails.
Foster Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 901 reviews
Green-hilled park with a river flowing through it, multi-use trail & campgrounds.
Norman O. Houston Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 895 reviews
Pocket park offering basketball courts, a kids' play area & picnic tables as well as city views.
Heaps Peak Arboretum Day Use Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 850 reviews
Wooded area with trails for strolling, a picnic area and a collection of native trees.
Santa Margarita River Trail Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 846 reviews
Scenic trail along the Santa Margarita River featuring shade trees, rapids and free parking.
Penn Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 846 reviews
Streams run through this picturesque park with a waterfall, picnic spots & a children's play area.
La Quinta Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 840 reviews
Family-oriented public park featuring a playground, workout spots and picnic spots.
Yokuts Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 918 reviews
Park with concerts & other special events, plus a playground, picnic areas & bike trail access.
Niguel Botanical Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 820 reviews
Botanical garden featuring a playground and picnic areas, plus benches and walking trails.
Mount Woodson Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 831 reviews
Challenging 6.4-mile roundtrip hike offers unusual rock formations & views of downtown & the ocean.
Natividad Creek Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 908 reviews
Recreational venue featuring trails, picnics & playgrounds, plus a skate area & dog park.
Vincent Lugo Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 848 reviews
Athletic fields, picnic tables, trails & a playground featured in San Gabriel's largest city park.
Garden Grove Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 902 reviews
36-acre park offering a playground, sports courts & fields, a recreation center & a dog park.
Glorietta Bay Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 823 reviews
Bayside playground with a boat ramp & picnic area, plus views of downtown San Diego.
San Martin Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 837 reviews
City park featuring a Cinderella-themed playground, plus basketball courts & ball diamonds.
Valley Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 819 reviews
Petite local park with picnic areas, courts & a playground, plus annual performing arts events.
Valley-Wide's Diamond Valley Lake Community Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 835 reviews
Straightforward, 85-acre park with multiple ball fields, picnic areas & a fitness trail.
Laurelwood Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 815 reviews
The city's largest park (225 acres) offers trails leading to Sugarloaf Mountain & scenic picnicking.
Big Rock Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 819 reviews
Park featuring tennis & pickleball courts, basketball, an off-leash dog area, a playground & more.
Snow Creek Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 788 reviews
Picturesque, 7-acre recreation area with a baseball field, playground & rustic, fenced trails.
Brace Canyon Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 788 reviews
City park tucked away in a residential area with tennis courts, a playground & lots of green space.
Mance Buchanon Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 795 reviews
A 27-acre park centered on a multipurpose sports field, with play & picnic areas, plus restrooms.
Whitney Canyon Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 773 reviews
442-acre park offering hiking, biking & horseback riding trails through oak woods & along a creek.
Christmas Hill Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 803 reviews
This 51-acre park offers trails through natural wilderness, sports fields & shaded picnic areas.
Skypark
4.6 ★★★★★ 781 reviews
Diverse activities are available at this public space with a skate park & basketball court.
Philip Marx Central Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 778 reviews
Small park with a renovated playground, activity center, gazebo & picnic facilities.
Berry Street Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 831 reviews
Park featuring a playground, picnic tables, and barbecue grills, plus a concert venue and dog park.
Wonder View Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 743 reviews
Steep hiking trail to the famous Wisdom Tree and Hollywood sign with scenic views.
Citrus Ranch Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 755 reviews
Park with a lemon orchard, a playground, picnic areas with grills & a hilltop gazebo with views.
Refugio Valley Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 782 reviews
Park featuring a walking path around a duck pond, picnic tables, restrooms & 2 play structures.
Aliso & Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 746 reviews
Wildlife sanctuary across 4,500 acres featuring rolling hills with trails & several types of trees.
Stulsaft Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 744 reviews
A 42-acre park featuring wooded trails as well as a playground, summer water feature & picnic area.
Eaton Canyon Trail Head
4.7 ★★★★★ 743 reviews
Easy, lush trail with waterfalls, shade, picnic areas and stream crossings.
Peters Canyon South Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 725 reviews
Popular canyon habitat encompassing a lake and a network of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding.
Cowles Mountain
4.8 ★★★★★ 725 reviews
Popular hiking area with trails leading to a summit with panoramic views.
Mt. Davidson Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 740 reviews
Wooded park at the city's highest peak offering a few walking trails & sweeping urban vistas.
Mount Sutro Open Space Reserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 737 reviews
Peaceful green space features a variety of meandering trails through lush forest surrounds.
San Elijo Lagoon and Ecological Reserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 736 reviews
Nature reserve with 7 miles of trails plus a visitor center with exhibits overlooking the lagoon.
Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 733 reviews
18,000-acre wilderness area in mountainous terrain with hiking trails, wildlife & valley views.
Mountain Gate Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 745 reviews
21-acre park featuring a playground, a picnic area & restrooms, plus basketball, tennis & softball.
Johnny Carson Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 722 reviews
Named after the TV legend, this space features a picnic area, playground & small performance stage.
Hooker Oak Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 736 reviews
Recreational park featuring baseball/softball fields, horseshoe pits, a playground & picnic areas.
Almeria Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 765 reviews
Neighborhood hangout with reservable picnic shelters, plus a playground & ball fields.
Helen Putnam Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 716 reviews
Rustic area featuring several steep hiking trails, some leading to a pond, plus wildlife viewing.
Willow Staging Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 731 reviews
Access point for rugged hiking & mountain biking trails, with a parking lot, water & restrooms.
Palo Alto Byxbee Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 715 reviews
Birdwatching, cycling & walking are popular at this park with sculpted earth & conceptual art.
North Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 713 reviews
Relaxing park where families enjoy the playground and tranquil lake.
Sunset Ridge Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 726 reviews
Park with playgrounds, walkways & picnic tables, plus athletic fields & basketball/tennis courts.
Wildwood Regional Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 692 reviews
Hilly, wooded park featuring a nature center & trails, plus picnic tables, grills & restrooms.
Mother Miguel Mountain Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 691 reviews
Easy, steep 2.5-mile trail popular for hiking and dog-walking, plus mountain-biking.
Monrovia Canyon Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 703 reviews
City park on 80 acres with trails, camping & a waterfall, plus a nature center & cabin for events.
Veterans Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 701 reviews
Park offering picnic shelters, BBQs, bocce, horseshoes, volleyball, a playground & restrooms.
Barney Schwartz Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 713 reviews
Popular city park featuring a pond, play structures & several fields for baseball/softball & soccer.
El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 697 reviews
Jumbo natural forest featuring hiking & horseback trails, unique plants & rare sandstone formations.
Tennessee Valley Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 679 reviews
Popular beach destination with a network of easy to challenging trails, plus views from the cliffs.
Stanford Dish Hiking Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 684 reviews
Popular, paved hiking trail featuring views of the bay, Foothills Park, and Stanford University.
Buena Vista Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 682 reviews
Large park offering a tranquil duck pond, ball fields, a hiking trail & other features.
Powder Canyon
4.6 ★★★★★ 694 reviews
This expansive natural area features chaparral hills & trails for hiking & horseback riding.
Brookside Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 693 reviews
Park with a playground, picnic tables, and barbecue grills, plus soccer fields and open grassy areas.
Brushy Peak Regional Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 692 reviews
This 1,833-acre nature preserve around Brushy Peak has scenic trails with grassland & wild flowers.
Wells Park
3.4 ★★★☆☆ 935 reviews
18-acre community park features sports fields, a fitness course, playground & off-leash dog area.
Moraga Commons Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 676 reviews
Casual park featuring a playground and skate park, as well as trails and a water fountain.
Creekside Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 705 reviews
Soccer fields, a playground & a community room make up this urban green space with walking paths.
Freedom Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 702 reviews
Community park offering open green space, a children's playground & a splash pad.
North Laguna Creek Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 700 reviews
Public park featuring a baseball field, tennis and volleyball courts, and a playground.
Skyline Drive Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 669 reviews
Trails for beginning & advanced hikers & mountain bikers offering views of nearby cities.
Arcade Creek Park Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 698 reviews
Natural park on a creek with play & fitness equipment, trails & shaded picnic tables.
Forrest E. Hull Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 678 reviews
City park featuring a playground, picnic tables, and plenty of grassy space for dogs.
Aliso Canyon Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 674 reviews
Narrow, mostly undeveloped open space with some rugged horse trails, hiking & biking paths.
Heritage Community Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 654 reviews
Expansive grassy park that’s great for recreation and picnics, featuring playgrounds, sports fields, and trails.
Royal Oaks Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 659 reviews
Leisurely open space, featuring clean trails and courts for basketball and tennis as well as a grassy field.
Railroad Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 657 reviews
Tranquil neighborhood park with BBQ grills, picnic pavilions, playgrounds, restrooms & paved trails.
Simms Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 684 reviews
Public park featuring a recreation center, picnic facilities, ball fields & a basketball court.
Sycamore Valley Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 632 reviews
Park with ball fields, bocce courts & paths, plus a playground, picnic area & BBQ pits.
Los Gatos Creek Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 628 reviews
Paved track for walkers, cyclists & other non-motorized transport alongside the Los Gatos Creek.
Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa
4.8 ★★★★★ 612 reviews
Scenic park with hiking, biking & horseback riding trails plus an American Indian cultural center.
Rahilly Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 683 reviews
A 2.9-acre community park with a playground, picnic shelter & access to a cycle path.
Monte Bello Open Space Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 624 reviews
Large area with views of Santa Clara Valley & trails, including one for biking & horseback riding.
Torrance Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 666 reviews
This 10-acre park features a playground, covered picnic space & BBQs, plus athletic fields & courts.
Trail Canyon Falls
4.7 ★★★★★ 622 reviews
Kid-friendly hiking area featuring stream crossings, a waterfall, and a picnic bench.
Bordwell Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 660 reviews
Green neighborhood park with baseball fields, a basketball court and a playground.
Acuna Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 644 reviews
Neighborhood green space with a playground, picnic tables & BBQs, plus restrooms, paths & benches.
Jack Fischer Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 616 reviews
Outdoor area with picnic tables, playgrounds & an interactive water feature designed for young kids.
Shadow Oak Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 636 reviews
Park with baseball diamonds and basketball courts, plus picnic tables.
Wildwood Canyon Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 594 reviews
Hiking area with kid-friendly trails, picnic tables, a public restroom, and scenic mountain views.
Higginbotham Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 593 reviews
Park featuring a jungle gym shaped like a train and climbing rocks, plus a sandbox and green space.
Ganesha Park
4.1 ★★★★☆ 691 reviews
Park with athletic fields, picnic areas, a playground, a pool, and facilities for skateboarding.
Hacienda Hills Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 603 reviews
Hiking locale featuring several moderate & challenging trails & picturesque mountain views.
Promenade Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 627 reviews
18-acre park offering a playground, soccer/softball fields, picnic areas & tennis/basketball courts.
Lemon Grove Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 641 reviews
Kid-friendly park featuring a playground, barbecue pits and basketball courts.
Cedar Grove Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 576 reviews
Family-friendly park with playgrounds and covered picnic areas, plus a basketball area.
Skyline Gate Staging Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 576 reviews
Carpark & gateway to a protected area spanning over 1000 acres of redwood forest & grassland.
Tuckers Grove Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 587 reviews
Tree-lined park offers hiking/biking trails alongside a creek, plus playgrounds & picnic amenities.
Hahamongna Watershed Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 584 reviews
Protected area with mature trees serving as a drainage area & offering disc golf & picnic tables.
Vernola Family Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 596 reviews
Clean, friendly outdoor space with a playground, a trail and picnic tables.
Kuns Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 564 reviews
Neighborhood park featuring a playground, picnic tables, BBQ grills & the town's oldest tree.
Mossdale Landing Community Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 572 reviews
Playground with slides and swings as well as a splash pad, field for baseball.
Centennial Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 626 reviews
City park with ball fields, a running track, tennis & basketball courts & a playground.
Madera Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 595 reviews
Playground with climbing walls, slides and swings, plus sports courts and baseball fields.
Rancho Las Flores Park & Event Venue
4.4 ★★★★☆ 593 reviews
Park with a kids' playground, basketball courts & a large field for soccer & football.
Huckleberry Botanic Regional Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 550 reviews
This 241-acre wooded preserve features a self-guided, botanic interpretive trail & restrooms.
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