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    4.5 (65 reviews)

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    Patricia R.

    always a great walk! if i could, i'd do it every day if life would let me :) multiple trails, hard to get lost.

    Julie Y.

    This trail is a hidden gem in the neighborhood that I believe has 3 different starting points. It's a dirt trail that begins flat if you decide to go straight from where the sign post is or if you begin from the your left side. Another option is you could start incline right away if you make a right from where the sign post is & go straight up. I was here last weekend for the first time with a friend & we walked the main trail leading to the residential area & came back down which equaled to 3.5 miles. There was a bit of incline midway but thought it was fairly easy. Today, I came with hubby & we began our walk from the left side which started off flat but had incline & more down hill which got pretty steep. There were parts where we had to walk through narrow paths which weren't clear bc it was scattered with bunch of leaves, tree branches, rocks, etc. It was challenging when I tried to climb up to get back up to the main trail bc it was slippery & I slid down for a moment. Luckily, hubby got up first & grabbed my hand to help me get back up. If I had known, I would've worn hiking shoes bc it has better grip on the bottom. Once we got to the main trail, there were 2 more inclines which weren't bad at all & then a downhill towards the end. Overall, this hike can be rated easy to moderate depending on your fitness level. It's easy enough to bring kids & pets if you on an easier route. I love that it has shaded areas for when the weather gets hot. I definitely enjoyed it & will continue to come back

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    Ava L.

    Super steep hike. Definitely need a shoe with lots of grip coming down the routes. Short but effective at getting your blood pumping. Not much shade on the route, so bring a hat and sunblock!

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    Ron R.

    This hiking, walking, running location is not bad. It would be difficult to know about or find without using a phone maps app. The parking lot is small with limited spaces. There is some nearby parking on the surrounding residential streets. There is not overwhelming, but significant dog poop and poop from other creatures apparently inhabiting the area on the paths as other Yelpers have commented. There are map near the lot/trailhead which shows that there is one main path that does NOT loop around and several smaller branching paths. The main path is somewhat steep. If your health is not that great or you have small kids, then you are probably better off going to a flatter place for a walk/hike. Depending on your fitness level it may be a fairly challenging run, but we saw several clearly out of shape people doing it. The scenery on the main path is just the typical California tundra and many of the plants are very aromatic depending on the time of year you go. Consequently, the main path offers a pleasant, but somewhat challenging walk without extremely beautiful views. If you want a brisk walk uphill, a moderate hike, or a somewhat challenging run and don't mind people walking dogs around, then this is a great place to go. Of any of those things are not what you are looking for, then try elsewhere.

    Steph H.

    STEPH JUDGEMENT: A small but lovely park for short, hilly hiking. The hubby and I were looking for a little hike to do and I happened to see this place on Google Maps. We were grateful for the overcast day, as you start out with some pretty good cover at the bottom but get more exposed as you climb. There were some pretty challenging hills, but they were short. We had a nice expansive view of the area from the top before meandering our way down. I guess you can keep going by crossing the street somewhere, but we didn't do that. There were some picnic areas and signs at the bottom, next to the parking lot. Not sure if we'd purposely drive here again from Long Beach, but if we find ourselves in the area and in want of some exercise, this would be a pretty good place.

    Steep small size trail!
    Janeth H.

    Great hike. Nice view, very spacious! Pet friendly! Picnic area! If you want to have an "easy" walk stay on the main trail. If you don't mind going up/down steep hills then follow the small paths! Free parking inside the lot, however; if it gets pack you can always do street parking! Would recommend trying this hike!

    Fuyme J.

    First time visiting this park with my dog - worth the trip! Located in the friendly hills of Whittier - based off waze traveling through many residential areas and quite the beautiful homes to see. The parking lot could be missed as there is only entrance in and out. (Especially venturing on a foggy morning) - which was still part of the adventure. It appears to be make your own parking spots but some spots had faint outlines. No fees for entrance and parking - fyi. Park open quite early but arrived at 630 which seem like a popular start of the time as about 5 others cars arrived while I was getting my dog ready. There is a photo upon main entrance of potential routes to take, but lot of it appears self guided and figure it out Moments, which is what we did. Super dog friendly but please come prepared with your own bags, trash cans are located through various areas. It starts off flat first and then there are some inclines. There are dirt paths, gravel, wood chips, cement / asphalt pending area in. It does intertwine with the residential area so please be mindful however at 630 morning and later birds chirping rooster making noise crows flying. Plenty of fog added to the mystique and greenery all over plus spring time yellow and pure flowers seen. Didn't see really any other wildlife. Hills continue and some zig zag patterns - most of the pathway is visible but we just kept walking not sure what we come into next. Runner, jogger, and Walker friendly - wouldn't recommend strollers because of the different pavement. Park / hike super dog friendly however some of the inclines might tucker your dog out. My dog for 11 did pretty well but I did carry him on 2 instances just to give his little Legs a breather otherwise he enjoy and tolerated all the smells :) some pathways and trails were wide and some were narrow. Clean and I am sure plenty to have seen if fog was not around Certainly a place to return to and come early before 7am To beat out on the crowd, any parking concerns, and enjoy the peace and calm of the mountain.

    Ayesha Z.

    Great starter trail for someone who hasn't done much hiking in the past (aka me). I took a few breaks throughout as there is lots of climbing uphill so don't forget your water! The walk back down was breezy. The trail in itself is not very long (I believe 1.7m up and down). There is so many beautiful greenery and is dog friendly as I saw so many cute doggos on my hike. I would definitely come back!

    Mary N.

    A short hike with a great view and dog friendly as well :)! We started the hike at 9 and ended by 10:40?? We even took a few breaks going up just to enjoy the view. I would say this was pretty easy, even for someone who hasn't really hiked in awhile. It does go up hill but it's not too steep. Since California was raining for awhile, the scenery was so green and beautiful. Parking wasn't too bad around 8:45 am but if there's not parking then there's street parking. Also a friendly reminder to pick up your dogs droppings!!!!

    Bunch of weeds on the side of the trail. Nice and green so no fore danger.
    Michael B.

    Very little parking, lots of dog poop. But fairly short easy trail. Fun little trail.

    Jenny C.

    This park is nestled inside a quiet Whittier neighborhood, and is truly a little gem in an unexpected location. The parking lot of tiny, but you could also just park in the street. You can definitely bring your dog, though they must be leashed at all times. Please be respectful and pick up after your pets. I didn't seen any extra plastic bags, so you'll need to bring your own. Upon arrival, you'll notice that there are a few picnic tables for public use. The trail looks like one big loop - there's a map, but it's difficult to look at as it's faded and dirty, but the park is relatively small and my husband and I completed the hike in about an hour. If you choose to start your hike on the unmarked trail on the right, be aware that is pretty steep. I have short legs and I'm not particularly athletic, but it's was a bit strenuous for me. Good news though - it doesn't last too long and the trail is mostly shady. :) Actually, most of the trail is at least partially shaded, which keeps the temperature relatively cool (still hot though in the summer). It's best if you wear pants because it's extremely dusty!! And bring your hiking or tennis shoes - no flip flops unless you want reallllly dirty feet. :)

    Monica Z.

    Beautiful trail. Start off with incline immediately to your right, upon entrance. Straight down and slowly incline. Beautiful views. Watch out for rattle snakes. Coyotes are visible early morning or sun down. Lots of dog poop, unfortunately. Some rude bike riders too.

    Sandy K.

    It's been years since I've visited this park and hiking trail. I bring my pug here for hikes and it's conveniently located to my home in Friendly Hills. The trail winds thru mature eucalyptus trees, palms and plush greenery. You may run into various critters on or around the trail BC I frequently see coyotes, raccoons, squirrels and possums in my back yard. I've even seen some of my stray cats being carried off by the coyotes! Enjoy and have fun.

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    Beautiful quite hiking trail. If you want a nice relaxing hike this would would be the one to choose. Full of nature and quietness.

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    Ask the Community - Murphy Ranch Park

    How long is the trail?

    It's about 1.7 miles

    Found some equipment Sunday night and believe it's from a biker that unfortunately dropped on the way out, how can we make an announcement or has anyone reached out asking about it?

    Do you have to pay to park?

    Nope

    Does anyone know if this park is closed due to covid?

    Open but you must wear a mask and keep 6 feet away.

    On- or off- leash?

    City of Whittier requires dog on leashes

    Does anybody know the hours for this trail?

    I remember seeing a sign that read closes at sun down

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