I took my working dog out yesterday for a nice walk around the trails - not really in the botanical garden part of the park, more in what is labelled as "Sunset Park" on the map. There's really not an option on WTA to write about those trails specifically, so here we are. I started at the track/Pat Ryan field and walked into the trees to the southwest of it, making a loop along the perimeter to the west. The trail was in good condition and there wasn't as much litter as I was expecting, considering the area, but there was some. The path was shady and most of it was under tree cover - much appreciated on a hot day.
As I circled around toward the north and back toward the botanical garden area, there were several places where I had to cross caution tape because they were setting up for a BMX race. I do wish they wouldn't do that until right before race time because it's a PITA to cross, especially with a dog, but it is what it is. Be aware that it's something you could encounter if this isn't a place you walk regularly. Also, quite a few people let their dogs off leash throughout the park, even though it's illegal to do so, and I've had some dodgy experiences with dogs here in the past.
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