10 Nature & Parks in Central L.A That You Shouldn't Miss

May 28, 2021 Elouise Mccaul

Hollywood beckons to tourists who long for a brush with Tinseltown glamor. Tour movie studios, slip your hands into the famous prints at the TCL Chinese Theatre, or indulge in a celeb sighting at one of LA’s white-hot nightspots. Spot your favorite star while shopping at The Grove, or forget all about the famous eye candy as you take in the iconic artwork at The Getty Center. For a different type of star-gazing, peek through the telescopes at the Griffith Observatory.
Restaurants in Los Angeles

1. Rancho La Brea

Los Angeles, CA
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Rancho La Brea

Rancho La Brea - Spanish for the tar ranch - is more than just a tourist stop, it's a renowned scientific resource.

2. Hollywood Reservoir

2460 Holly Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90068-2714 +1 323-913-4688 http://www.hollywoodknolls.org/hollywood_reservoir.htm
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4.5 based on 30 reviews

Hollywood Reservoir

Great place to go hiking on any of the several scenic trails that surround the lake.

Reviewed By Neulara - Hardys Bay, Australia

Only went here as our teenage son wanted to see the FaZe house where professional gamers live. It is right next to the reservoir. Glad he made us make the trip. This is a hidden gem. We were the only ones there mid week but apparently gets crowded with 2000+ people in weekend. The was the closest and clearest view of the Hollywood sign (much closer than Griffith) and a relax hiking destination. Super friendly ranger just happened to be on hand and was full of info. He pointed out some celebrity houses, explained history of the reservoir and some quirky stories, like when it was closed so that President Clinton could jog the trails.

3. San Gabriel Mountains

Los Angeles, CA +1 626-574-1613 http://www.sgmrc.org/
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4.5 based on 25 reviews

San Gabriel Mountains

This mountain range provides the only natural barrier to the expansion of Los Angeles.

4. Bronson Caves

West side of Griffith Park, end of Canyon Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90026 +1 213-913-4688
Excellent
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4.5 based on 73 reviews

Bronson Caves

Reviewed By Whiskingapples

This place is amazing and beautiful and has 2 labyrinths made out of Rick's that are beautiful. the cave is fin fir kids to explore and they can climb the surrounding mountains. It's a very short and easy hike to the cave. Tou can see the Hollywood sign from this area too.

5. James Irvine Garden

244 S San Pedro St, Los Angeles, CA 90012-3856 +1 213-628-2725 [email protected] http://www.jaccc.org/jamesirvinejapanesegarden
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

James Irvine Garden

6. California Aqueduct Bikeway

Los Angeles, CA
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4.0 based on 1 reviews

Bicyclists can ride on the roads, the dam, Lone Oak Trail and Basalt Campground Trail along this 107-mile-long biking trail, which also offers overnight campsites and picnic areas.

7. Grand Hope Park

919 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90017 +1 213-624-0555
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4.0 based on 19 reviews

Grand Hope Park

Reviewed By Sisaroo127 - Media, United States

Clean, good mix of lawn, benches, small playground and because it is outside of FIDM, security walks during the open hours.

8. Sullivan Canyon

Los Angeles, CA
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3.5 based on 4 reviews

Sullivan Canyon

9. Los Angeles River

2960 Marsh St, Los Angeles, CA 90039-2911 http://www.lariverrecreation.org/LA_River_Recreation/home.html
Excellent
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3.0 based on 25 reviews

Los Angeles River

Although this river flows through the heart of one of America's busiest metropolitan areas, a large number of rare wildlife species still make their home here.

10. MacArthur Park

2230 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90057-3117 +1 213-368-0520 http://www.laparks.org/dos/parks/facility/macArthurPk.htm
Excellent
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3.0 based on 45 reviews

MacArthur Park

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