Los Angeles
Overview
Exploring one of Los Angeles' many parks, open spaces, or surrounding National Forests continues to be one of the best ways to escape the most populous county in the U.S. Ranging from the coastal trails above Malibu stretching out toward Point Mugu State Park, to the city vistas above the Hollywood Hills in Griffith Park and the Griffith Observatory, there are lots of opportunities for easy and moderate hikes.
For the more experienced hiker or exercise fiend, the Santa Monica Mountains to the west or San Gabriel Mountains to the northeast are home to many challenging hikes like up and around Mount Wilson, along the Verdugo Crest Trail, or to the summit of Sandstone Peak. There's no shortage of elevation to gain with expansive, rewarding views along the way.
For hikes with historical or cultural significance, the Hollywood Sign has become a rite of passage, but the M*A*S*H relics at Malibu Creek State Park or ruins at Murphy Ranch are also worth the visit.
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Visiting Tips
Camping & Lodging
For drive-up campgrounds, check out the Manker Flats Campground near San Antonio Falls or the Chilao Campground near Big Tujunga Canyon and the Silver Moccasin Trail.
Along the Malibu coastline in the Santa Monica Mountains, you can find established camping in one of these four state parks:
- Leo Carrillo State Park: Hike and Bike ($10/person), Canyon Family ($45/night), Group Walk-In ($225/night)
- Point Mugu State Park: Big Sycamore Canyon Hike/Bike ($10/person), Big Sycamore Canyon Family Camp ($45/night), and much more.
- Malibu Creek State Park: Malibu Creek Family Campground ($45/night), Malibu Creek Group Camp Walk-In ($200/night)
- Topanga State Park: Musch Camp Backcountry Hike-In ($7/person/night and $10/night parking fee)
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Gems in Los Angeles - 6
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Recommended Routes in Los Angeles - 62
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Los Angeles Running
- 1,162 Miles 1,871 Kilometers of Trail
- 62 Recommended Routes
- 6 Gems
- 95
Easy Trails
- 326
Intermediate Trails
- 47
Difficult Trails
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Trails in Los Angeles - 406
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#1Moro Canyon Trail
San Joaquin Hills, CA
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San Joaquin Hills, CA |
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#2Slow 'N Easy
San Joaquin Hills, CA
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#3Bommer Ridge Road
San Joaquin Hills, CA
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#4Aliso Creek Riding and Hiking Trail
Portola Hills, CA
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#5Trailer Canyon Fire Road
Topanga, CA
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#6Casiano Fire Road
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA
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#7Garden Land Connector Trail
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#8Getty View Trail
Sherman Oaks, CA
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#9Oso Multi-Use Trail
Mission Viejo, CA
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#10Deervale Trail
Sherman Oaks, CA
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