The best running tracks in California
Ranked by the runners who actually run there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 28,401 reviews of California tracks. Minimum 25 reviews to qualify, genuine running tracks only, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Cypress College Track
4.6 ★★★★★ 420 reviews · Cypress, CA
“…It is $3 parking in the campus parking lot next to track, day permit machine next to baseball field. Track Closed 10pm to 6am.” — Maweke
#2 Allyson Felix Track & Field
4.6 ★★★★★ 249 reviews · Los Angeles, CA
Stadium & track field at the University of Southern California with multiple lanes & high-jump area.
“Awesome track. This is the place to be at in the evenings, whether you want to exercise on the beautiful track, or just enjoys the cool breeze of the LA evenings.” — Mustafa
#3 Paige Field House
4.4 ★★★★☆ 298 reviews · Oceanside, CA
Clean gym featuring a track, a basketball court and plenty of weights.
“…There is Shake Smart outside as well as a track, football field and other elements. 4 stars because of the crowd. you have to there about 8am to 1030am and 1pm to about 4pm to get…” — Christopher
#4 A3 Sports Performance
4.9 ★★★★★ 152 reviews · Bakersfield, CA
Fitness and nutrition coaching spot with weightlifting, track and field, soccer and personal training.
#5 Rick Novack Community Center & Palm Street Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 200 reviews · Hesperia, CA
Area for ballet and tap-dancing classes, a playground, and volleyball and basketball courts.
#6 Student Recreation Center
4.6 ★★★★★ 141 reviews · Fresno, CA
Clean facility featuring an indoor track and basketball courts where students can work out at no extra cost.
“I use this place to work out. It has an indoor track, racquet ball Court and great staff for the students to use. Great way to stay healthy and fight off stress.” — Alex
#7 California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) - Mangrum Track and Field
4.7 ★★★★★ 86 reviews · San Marcos, CA
Stadium hosting graduations, track meets and more, along with parking and wheelchair access.
“Has soft track like at a park type stuff so it doesn't hurt your hands even if their soft like mine.” — Avery
#8 Triton Track and Field Stadium
4.7 ★★★★★ 79 reviews · San Diego, CA
“The track is in superb condition and the location is amazing. The track is reserved for University of California San Diego students with no external access when they train. I was t…” — Rudi
#9 King Track and Field
4.6 ★★★★★ 85 reviews · Berkeley, CA
School stadium for jogging and walking with a grassy field for soccer.
“Great track! The surface is great. The grass is perfect. There are chin-up and parallel bars. The original Edible School Yard is adjacent. Please keep it this way. Always open.” — Shan
#10 University Stadium
4.5 ★★★★★ 75 reviews · Los Angeles, CA
Athletic facility featuring a track with free admission.
“Very clean, new track, but the light are off, you must work out under the moonlight.” — Ray