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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Local Info
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 - 43
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Hollywood Sign and Bronson Caves
6.6 mi 10.7 km • 1,095' Up 333.77 m Up • 1,089' Down 331.83 m Down
Mount Hollywood Loop
3.7 mi 5.9 km • 889' Up 271.11 m Up • 880' Down 268.33 m Down
Arroyo Seco
8.3 mi 13.3 km • 541' Up 165.01 m Up • 542' Down 165.17 m Down
Fullerton Loop
11.3 mi 18.2 km • 705' Up 214.95 m Up • 704' Down 214.56 m Down
SPACEROCK Trail Race
14.0 mi 22.5 km • 2,699' Up 822.56 m Up • 2,702' Down 823.47 m Down
Cahuenga Peak
3.0 mi 4.8 km • 924' Up 281.76 m Up • 925' Down 281.93 m Down
Los Angeles Running
- 553 Miles 890 Kilometers of Trail
- 43 Recommended Routes
- 6 Gems
- 59 Easy Trails
- 236 Intermediate Trails
- 29 Difficult Trails
Areas Within Los Angeles
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Trails in Los Angeles - 281
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#1Demens Creek Trail
San Antonio Heights, CA
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San Antonio Heights, CA | 1 | ||
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1.8
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#2Gale Motorway
Claremont, CA
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Claremont, CA | 1 | ||
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1.9
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#3Topanga Ridge Trail
Woodland Hills, CA
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Woodland Hills, CA | 1 | ||
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#4Abalone Cove Trail
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
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Rancho Palos Verdes, CA | 1 | ||
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1.8
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#5Craig Regional Park Small Lake Loop
Brea, CA
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Brea, CA | 1 | ||
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3.3
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#6Tree of Life Trail
Hollywood Hills West, CA
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Hollywood Hills West, CA | 9 | ||
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10.2
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#7Rocky Peak Fire Road
Chatsworth, CA
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Chatsworth, CA | 5 | ||
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4.6
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#8Potato Mountain
San Antonio Heights, CA
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San Antonio Heights, CA | 10 | ||
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16.3
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#9Bell View Trail
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA | 5 | ||
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7.4
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#10Las Llajas Canyon Road
Santa Susana, CA
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Santa Susana, CA | 2 |
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