The 10 Best Hiking Trails in Los Angeles, California (CA)

February 18, 2022 Etsuko Causey

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.
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1. Hollyridge Trail

3200 Canyon Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90068-2422
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

Hollyridge Trail

2. Santa Ynez Falls Trail

Vereda De La Montura, Los Angeles, CA [email protected]
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Santa Ynez Falls Trail

3. Trail Canyon Falls Trail

west side of the San Gabriel Mountains, Los Angeles, CA 91040
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Trail Canyon Falls Trail

4. Trail Canyon Trail

Sunland-Tujunga, Los Angeles, CA 91040
Excellent
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Trail Canyon Trail

5. Hollywood Reservoir

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

6. Temescal Gateway Park

15601 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90270 +1 310-454-1395 http://www.lamountains.com/parks.asp?parkid=58
Excellent
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4.5 based on 46 reviews

Temescal Gateway Park

Reviewed By shanellesua - Santa Monica, United States

Casual single track hike with ocean views. This is a family friendly hike and right off the PCH. We took a loop by heading up from Temescal Ridge Trail and came down the Temescal Canyon Trail. The trail is mostly exposed so be sure to wear sunblock and bring enough water! There is some shade, but not a ton. The views are really pretty, as you can see the vast expanse of blue ocean as well as the skylines of Century City and DTLA. There is a small “waterfall” that’s more like a brook, but there were some families eating lunch there. There are signs saying that dogs aren’t allowed but we saw people flouting that. It’s open during covid and I’m glad to see that most people wore masks. It’s $12 to park and you can pay via credit card. Otherwise, you can try to find street parking on Temescal Canyon Rd (but be sure to read the street signs! Parking tickets in Malibu are not cheap). The park is also a good spot to throw a frisbee or take a leisurely walk.

7. Charlie Turner's Trail

2800 E Observatory Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027-1255
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3.5 based on 2 reviews

Charlie Turner's Trail

8. Stocker Corridor Trail

Presidio And Stocker, Los Angeles, CA 90008
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3.0 based on 1 reviews

Stocker Corridor Trail

9. Richard Alatorre Park

Figueroa Avenue Figueroa and 134 Freeway,, Los Angeles, CA 90041 +1 213-485-4833 http://www.laparks.org/park/richard-alatorre
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2.0 based on 1 reviews

Richard Alatorre Park

10. Verdugo Peak

Los Angeles, CA
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

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