Franklin Canyon Park is in The hills of BH and extends to the Santa Monica Mountains, which it is part of. This is a very scenic park with wildlife, walking hiking paths, a lake, a running stream, and its about a 5-10 mins drive from Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. A great mini getaway and feel nature within the city.So many rules are enforced here and this park is heavily monitored via camera and park patrol personnel, who are fond of issuing tickets!Its a bit to a challenge finding the right road to get here. Also, once here in the park its poor cell reception. And make sure you read the posted park hours signs, gates close as noted. This park is a great place to visit and I highly recommend it.

We live in Hollywood so the two main hiking area we frequent are Runyon Canyon & Griffith Park, this was a nice change of scenery. It felt like we were out in the forest while walking around the different paths, very beautiful and peaceful here. We came early morning so there was plenty of parking and it was not too crowded. Great spot for taking pictures.

A totally beautiful spot for walks and small hikes. Great for exploring. The pond and reservoir are beautiful, and its lovely to see the ducks; fish; and turtles. However, theres always some parent letting their kid run around and mess with the turtles in their cove. The location is otherwise pristine, so its troubling to see some rampaging child thrash around the water, picking up the wildlife while their parents sit silently. Cant we just not be cruel to nature for five minutes? Franklin Canyon is one of the most gorgeous parks in the city, yet bad parents seem intent on spoiling it.

The park is really nice. The MRCA and Diana Hartmann, who runs the stop sign video enforcement program, are money sucking vultures. If you are planning on visiting this park make sure to stop on each stop sign and count until 3 S-L-O-W-L-Y. Do not give them the satisfaction of sucking your hard earned $100.

I enjoyed hiking here. It’s really a friendly loop trail and you can enjoy the lake view. I believe it will be much more beautiful in Spring.

This trail is amazing, I hike here every weekend and can’t say enough about it, one of the best spots in LA if you are a type of person who enjoys being outside and enjoying the sunny Sundays.

Youve got to be going there in order to get there, but once you do youll find a unique little spot hidden from view so close to the heart of Los Angeles. A couple of short walking trails round two small lakes loaded with fish turtles and birds. Free parking is abundant but due heed the signs for stop sign violations as they are seemingly enforced by a remote camera

Amazing hiking spot seemingly hidden between two very busy cities. There are lakes and ponds to walk around. There is plenty of parking on the sides of the main road, even during the weekend. Would definitely recommend!

Absolutely beautiful! Trails were easy enough for a 3 year old to conquer, and at the same time adventurous enough that the 8 year old had fun. We really enjoyed the wildlife at Turtle pond.

This place has a vehicle scam. I received a ticket in the mail for 100 dollars for apparently rolling through a stop sign. It’s part of their “Photo Enforcement Program”. I’m not saying I didn’t roll through any stop signs but I am saying that I drove as safely as possible. I’m going to pay this probably fraudulent ticket so my credit isn’t impacted. I must say, though, they make it difficult for tax payers to access this beautiful landscape without fear of government predatory practices.

This was the first time Ive been here. Its wonderful. There are hiking trails and a small pond and a small lake with a walking trail. There are ducks, koi, and turtles, but dont feed the animals or youll be cited. Also make sure you make full stops at the stop signs, because they are monitored by cameras. There are also restrooms.

We had a great time at this family friendly spot. Easy enough for my 10 year old while my husband carried the baby. We saw lots of families with toddlers and everyone seemed to be having a great time. We saw ducks and turtles and fish. The trails were mostly shady and helped us enjoy more and stay cool. Lots of scenic spots perfect for photo ops.

Hidden gem in Beverly Hills (ssshhhhh, dont tell anyone though) Easy hike around this lake. You can also hike along the road which is a longer loop around the lake though be mindful of cars. Tons of turtles ready to say hello. I was surprised by the few so willing and curious to come right up to my dog.

Turtles, ducks, koi fish, the works! This is such a great little hidden gem in the middle of LA... with the feel of an alpine lake, what a great shady place to hike and enjoy nature!

Great place to take the kids but make sure to take pants and maybe even lunch because theres a nice amphitheater there

A delightful surprise for anyone who hasnt gone there. Its a pine forrest hidden in the middle of the City. The opening intro to the Andy Griffith show where Opie and his dad are seen walking along the lake was shot there, so were many scenes of the series Combat.

On one side of the hill its a spot for my brown baby to get his park on and on the other a breezy sunny spot for me to read, relax and have a spectacular view of my beloved Los Angeles and I heard that in the middle is an awesome patch of shrubberies for gay boys to do the wild thing!!!!

There are many trails for hiking. If you go early, you can avoid crowd. Nice hiking spot with lake and park!

Loved this place especially with this heat lots of shade so I dont leave my dog behind

Beautiful and easy walk on a dirt paved path around a still lake. Offshoot trails are around and a great pond with wildlife.

Who woulda thunk... cement slides in the middle of a big city, within a small park.. o.k. they are the only things in this park, in the middle of a a neighborhood.. i understand most parks are in the middle of neighborhoods, but this one looks randomly placed.

GREAT PLACE TO ENJOY A HIKE WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY. ALSO BY YOURSELF AND DOG IF YOU HAVE ONE. BECAREFUL WITH THE STOP SIGNS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP OR ELSE YOU WILL GET A CAMERA TICKET.

My new favorite spot in LA. Had so much fun exploring the trails, seeing turtles, the biggest Koi fish I’d ever seen, and plenty of birds and frogs too! Peaceful, gorgeous, and not over crowded.

It’s a very nice play for a hike. There’s lots of wildlife, like ducks, turtles, and fish. Hiking around the big lake is short but calm. Although the trail has mud in some places. Finally I recommend going to the smaller pond because there’s more ducks, turtles, and sometimes fish there. Very good place I recommend you go there. There is also an Indian hut and a museum.

Very pretty hikes not clearly posted though without a map

Easy hikes and quick way to get out of the city if you have limited time, but just need a bit of fresh air. Nice nature center. The kids love the turtle pond. Great alternative to more crowded parks.

Nice place to see critters, trees and flowers. We drove 2 hrs thru awful traffic to get here. I just wish the trails and locations were actually marked :( Sure there were trail maps at several inclosed kiosks but thats it. We spent way too much time walking around looking for trails to hike. We missed several trail entries points because they werent marked and we werent sure where they went or how far they were. Trail head signs, locations markers and miles markers would be great so those of us who wondered endlessly around looking for stuff could of actually jumped on a trail and hiked. If folks in charge read this put some more info were needed so folks can find things more easly.

A very beautiful park. Well hidden and this place has many extraordinary creatures. Bring a poop bag for your dogs. And also a leash.

So many awesome roads to explore out here, lots of nice houses to see on you way up and around as well. Definitely worth the drive!

This park and the trails around it are spectacular. The lake the greenery. There is a pond with turtles, ducks and koi fish. Kids love it and adults as well. It’s nicely shaded, so it doesn’t get too hot. It’s perfect to go with kids.The views are awesome. There are Picknick tables. There is Free parking As well.

So much visible wildlife, from fish, frogs to turtles. Awesome place.

Its a very small Park so dont expect real hike. But there are good scenes and lots of vegetation.

Such a nice hike. Easy to find, parking wasnt an issue. Kids loved it.

A great little escape from the city. A duck pond and some marsh areas to walk around. Lots of kids, who seemed to be enjoying the open spaces. Its a little remote (meaning not many facilities like a bathroom) and the one outdoor stall I saw didnt exactly look like youd want to stay for any length of time.

Go there and feel like you are in the middle of nowhere. Very peaceful place tuck between beautiful hills. Plus little lake is beyond beautiful.

Parking can be tricky. You may find spots near the entrance to some trails. However there is a huge one all the way to the north of the canyon near the school.Nice park. For hiking trails Id recommend the lower canyon as the paths are wider and clearly marked. Better views. Upper canyon has narrow unmarked path. Careful as some path can lead to peoples homes but clearly marked no trespassing. There is a road called duck/turtle pond which is in middle of the park really nice to see.

Nice place... good hiking trails.. some trails are good for the kids, with ducks, fish and turtles, and some for the teens and above... some lunch areas with beautiful look outs towards the city...

Very nice hiking trail or sort of. Has a very huge lake with many animals. I saw like 4 dozens of turtles in the nature of Los Angeles. Which is very rare because it’s LA. Would recommend to all ages of humans.

Ive been walking here 5 days a week for over a year. Lots of trails to choose from. The Koi, duck and turtle pond is one my faves. Great views and very relaxing. Some cars use the main road as a cut through and thus speed a little--lots of space but still need to be cautious.

Always a nice place to visit. Many little trails to traipse around on while enjoying scenic views of the lake. Just make sure you plan to visit before or after rush hour.

Better on weekdays. On weekends it is crowded. Note that there are plenty of ticks.

Quiet and relaxing park with a few trails to walk

It’s a great place for a hike. Lots of wildlife, like ducks, turtles, birds and fish. Theres a nice big lake you can hike around. Just be careful of the mud spots. Restrooms are clean and located at the mountain recreation & conservancy building. You can also find an outside performance theatre which is cool. Quixote Studios was filming something while I was on my hike. Make sure you if you have sometime to take the kiddos and visit the pond. Its a nice spot to visit while in town. Enjoy everyone and dont forget to take photos.

Great place to bike to from Beverly hills!

Visited Franklin Canyon Park on a Wednesday morning while staying in Beverly Hills. We hiked to the top of the Hastain Trail, which afforded fantastic views of the canyon, LA, and the Pacific beyond. We saw a few other people along the way, but it still felt quite secluded and not in any way crowded.The total distance was about 2.5 miles round trip with enough elevation gain to get the oxygen and blood flowing, but not too strenuous. The trail was easy to follow and perfect for some fresh air and exercise.The park was easy to get to, with entrances set in neighborhoods below Mulholland Drive. Be aware of the stop signs and low speed limit within the park, as you dont want to be ticketed.Parking was ample and free, which is not the case in many other places.This park has also played host to Hollywood and rock stars throughout the years. It may be best known as the setting for opening of The Andy Griffith Show, and you can still trace the same steps around the lake.If youre looking for an alternative to Runyon Canyon without the hassle and crowds, this should be it.

Beautiful and tranquil, a nice escape from Tyne city. Take the northern entrance, otherwise youll have to drive up a narrow cliff if coming from the south entrance. Turtle sanctuary.

A Forest among the city! Lovely!!

Beautiful. Quiet. Close. About 80% of visitors compliant with masks in communal areas.

Its beautiful and very nature filled. Trails are rough but it is a great place to hike.

Great place to get lost with your family! Dont forget to enjoy the lake they have!!

One of the best parks in LA area. Hidden gem :) Great place to get out and relax your mind out of busy city life. Love the trails here and also the pond with ducks.

There is not a big trail but you can walk or run around for 2 to 4 miles. Great views and nature and not busy usually. Parking is free and some police or rangers make there safe. I liked the place.

Great nature walk. Perfect for young children. Turtles, ducks & fish.

Good place to walk

This is a great place for us Angelenos to get our high vibrational nature vibe! Its so close, but feels far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. This is a great place to ground all your negative energy so Mother Nature can make flowers out of it. Runners, hikers, ducks and children like it too. The only drawback is that there are deer ticks here so wear light colors and check yourself when you leave. The museum at the top of the hill by the parking lot is also very interesting and educational.

This park is a jewel in the heart of the city. Right above Beverly Hill it is fairly hidden from the crowds and you can find peace and quiet time for yourself, hike or read a book or go with friends for a picnic. Great place, cant wait to go back!!

Cool like spot. If you live in the LA I want to feel like you’re far away without the drive there you go. That’s also where they film the opening scene from the Andy Griffith show

It was a pretty awesome park very natural and i didnt go through all the trails but i will be going back soon

Dont pay the MRCA stop sign tickets! Its a scam. Its not a DMV ticket.

This is a perfect place to go and to hike.

Great scenery, amazing views. Nice and quiet

Great hike wonderful views

Very nice place to visit its like being in the great outdoors but when you get there make sure you follow all the rules and postings because there will be fines handed out if you break the law

People who visit are nice (mostly) and the people in the ranger station are awesome! Great place for friendly dogs, kids, ducks, turtles, lizards and people. Just make sure you follow the rules of the road, which should go without saying. I love this place!

Great hike and wonderful views. It’s amazing to be in someplace that’s quiet and scenic and you’re not that far away from the city

Great place for hike and relaxing walk

Such a beautiful hike! Incredible views and the flowers are all blooming :) took about an hour maybe av little more to get up to the top from the trail head.

Great hiking, lots of trails. Nice views and lots of animals. Its where my wife and I got married. Plus they have a turtle pond.

Scenery was nice but the trails were not up kept nor the building

We loved it very nice and peaceful park ️

Its where they are shooting a new season of Marvels Runaways, so some things arent as they appear. Regardless, Its an epic hideaway hike that has an excessive number of turtles, birds and large fish to observe and interact with.

Not many parks in Santa Monica Mountains allow dogs, but this one does. It was a pleasure to walk our two pups around the lake and have them check out ducks. The hiking trails are interesting, lots of old sumac shrubs that are now more like trees.

Really nice hike in a not so frequented area. You are rewarded by a pleasant view of LA as you climb along the Hastain Trail.

Amazing ,very green area . They were shouting AHS - American horror Story, they paracticley built few structures for the shows.

Awesome spot to get away from the city vibe. Very peaceful and tranquil

Its a nice place for walking your dog as we do. Theres some good hiking trails, nothing difficult. The main road is paved. Parking can be challenging at times, early am weekends.

A park in a place you would least expect one and one where you rarely see anyone depending on what trail you take.

A very nice beautiful place

Place feels like you can actually take a deep breather without having that city smell. Great place to just relax and enjoy the scenery.

605 acres and 2 bodies of water. Hiking paths galore and just 3 miles from Beverly Hills city hall.

Nice and relaxing hike with lots of shade and places you can sit and relax too. Lot of things you can explore and look at. Very different from my usual Hiking Adventure. Had great time with my little dog Daisy.

Tranquility away from Los Angeles. Clean.....quiet.....peaceful!

I absolutely love Franklin Canyon Park! There are several moderate hiking trails, a pond where kids can play around and observe ducks, turtles and fish. A bigger pond you can have a lovely stroll or organize a picnic around...We come here several times a week in summer for dinner and a light hike.My daughter learned how to ride a bicycle in this park too.Its very kid and family friendly. Do it!

I love this place! It has a great view of the water, you can bring your pets, and its huge. Parking can be tight on weekends, but Ive always managed to find a spot by hanging out in the parking lot for a few minutes. Frozen lemonades here are delicious, too. I would stay away if you dont like animals or have young children who are afraid of dogs, but generally the dogs and owners are very friendly.

Lovely and peaceful day.

Nice ponds with koi fish and turtles

Really nice place near the city

We absolutely loved this place. We saw so many turtles at the beginning of May!

Perfect for families with kids and dogs (on leash ... the dogs I mean!). Just spent a lovely day today with another group (39) of 3rd Graders (Im a Sierra Club volunteer for the ICO section, which provides buses to underserved LAUSD schools to local natural attractions). A fun half- day: hike around the lake/reservoir; enjoy viewing the water fowl and turtles at the adjacent pond and then lunch under an oak grove. Wind up at the excellent nature center with tons of great displays and activities for grades K - 5. Enjoy!

Beautiful simply beautiful

Nice outdoor areas

A little bit of nature between Beverly Hills and Sherman Oaks. Its like visiting the zoo -- so many turtles!

Great place to take the kids and lots of short trails to follow

Great place to escape from the city without leaving the city

The best place for hiking beautiful lake

Love this place. Various areas for parking. Its a short enough walk around the reservoir. Lots of turtles, various birds, fish. I would highly recommend this area for children too. I will definitely be coming back. Bring food, plenty of picnic tables are available.Edit: like others have mentioned, watch out for the stop sign cameras.

Nice park. Crowded on weekends. Go on a weekday if possible

Cameras cameras cameras!!!! BEWARE OF THE STOP SIGN CAMS $100 TICKETS! Must STOP BEHIND WHITE LINE AND WAIT SEVERAL SECONDS! NO EXCEPTIONS!

This very beautiful and 100% natural ideal to walk, think and enjoy nature I recommend 100%

Great place close my house (Encino)... Great to get away and take a deep breath of dirty fresh air