One of the most iconic buildings in the country and an indelible part of LA's skyline, the observatory is a must for visitors. This free planetarium has been featured in classic movies from Rebel Without A Cause to La La Land. Paid educational movie screenings are offered here daily as is the Wolfgang Puck restaurant The Cafe At The End Of The Universe (a clever Hitchiker's Guide To The Universe reference. Even when extremely busy, it's worth the run for one of the best views of the Hollywood sign and the whole rest of the city.
On the Road: Paid parking in the main lot or along the main road. The spots fill up fast but free parking is available at several trailheads at the bottom of Griffith Park.
Gem Type: Historic Site
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3.6 mi
5.8 km
Eaton Falls
Altadena, CA
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3.6 mi 5.8 km | Altadena, CA |
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72
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5.3 mi
8.5 km
Mt. Lowe Railway Ruins
Altadena, CA
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5.3 mi 8.5 km | Altadena, CA |
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29
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6.6 mi
10.7 km
Hollywood Sign and Bronson Caves
Hollywood, CA
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6.6 mi 10.7 km | Hollywood, CA |
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16
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5.9 mi
9.5 km
Sunset Ridge to Dawn Mine Loop
Altadena, CA
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5.9 mi 9.5 km | Altadena, CA |
All Clear
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Dry: On the "trail" part of the loop (other is old asphalt fire road) can be loose rocks and narrow trail, but nothing serious.
64 days ago
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14
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3.7 mi
5.9 km
Mount Hollywood Loop
Hollywood, CA
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3.7 mi 5.9 km | Hollywood, CA |
All Clear
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Dry - Very eroded in some places due to popularity & recent rain. Busy on weekends!
42 days ago
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17
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112.4 mi
181.0 km
PCT: Highway 15 to Agua Dulce
Fontana, CA
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112.4 mi 181.0 km | Fontana, CA |
Unknown
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1
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5.1 mi
8.2 km
Inspiration Point - Rustic Canyon Loop
Santa Monica, CA
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5.1 mi 8.2 km | Santa Monica, CA |
Minor Issues
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Mostly Dry, Some Mud: There is some light scrambling. And you do a very small repel with a shoddy look rope. Awesome though.
20 days ago
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21
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2.3 mi
3.7 km
Ken Burton Trail
La Cañada Flintridge, CA
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2.3 mi 3.7 km | La Cañada Flintridge, CA |
Unknown
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1
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32.0 mi
51.5 km
Angeles National Forest 50K
Sierra Madre, CA
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32.0 mi 51.5 km | Sierra Madre, CA |
Unknown
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1
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3.0 mi
4.8 km
Cahuenga Peak
Universal City, CA
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3.0 mi 4.8 km | Universal City, CA |
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14
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