This is one of my favourite places in LA to go hiking and check out the views. There are trails to suit different fitness levels too. I did get a little too adventurous on one of them but if youre a first timer stick to the main path / road and youll be fine :-) Dogs are allowed too but please make sure you pick up after them..I noticed a few people had just left it which is really inconsiderate to other hikers and runners.

I really appreciate having Runyon close by to mix up my weekly exercise, especially so with COVID restrictions. I need it to help with mood and mental health too. Seeing others do the same, lots of dogs walking and so on, its a much needed public space right now. One thing though: Im so disappointed to see people not wearing a mask. I am and so are others. Thank goodness for them! Stay safe. You, me and Community.

Absolutely loved it. Parking is bad but you can still find a spot somewhere in the surrounding neighborhoods. I recommend the east trail for a shorter, easier hike. It took maybe 30 minutes to hike all the way to the top, and its all uphill so bring some water. The east trail is technically closed but you can go around the fence (a lot of people were doing this). The hike was easy/moderate so you can go with regular shoes. the views of the city are amazing, we even saw the full moon rising. I recommend arriving no later than 3:30 to hike up, enjoy the views, as well as enjoy the sunset when it sets at 5pm or so. Beautiful, can go alone, kids, and dogs.

Popular hiking/running spot with views of the LA cityscape. It’s still open during covid and there are still a ton of people. Don’t come here if you’re expecting to get peace and solitude. Come here for the people-watching / to catch up with friends (in a safe way!). Dogs are allowed, although in certain spots, they must be leashed.Parking is tough and you’re most likely going to have to circle around for 15-20 min if you don’t get there early enough. No bathrooms are available. The trails themselves are clearly defined and made of a compact gravel, although there are some points coming East to West where it can get a bit gnarly. Sneakers are fine, but if you want to play it safe, hiking boots aren’t a bad idea. The trail is exposed so wear sunscreen and plenty of water.The lookout points have good views of the city on the west side, and you can see the Hollywood sign off in the distance on the east side. You can park at the north end of fuller, or you can start your hike by going uphill by parking on the south side of the park.

People usually stay on the main trail/road but if you are more adventurous, you can take one of the side trail that leads into the bushes and back to the main road. You might come out with a few scratches but happy you did it! It might be in Hollywood, still people are usually friendly and you get to have the best views of the city from up there.

Yes its open sun up to sun down(according to signs). They close the gates at 6:30p(starting Nov.). Ive entered through Vista and Mulholland drive. Beautiful views all the way around. It is dog- friendly. Please wear your mask and practice social distancing. Unfortunately some people do take off their mask inside so please just be aware. Tips:Take water! Also, the West trail hike up is tough but so worth it. Watch for snakes near evening time. Last I checked East trail is closed. Parking enforcement is in full effect. Cars get towed so often. Watch the signs and ask if youre not sure. I hope this was helpful. Other than that its a relaxing time to refresh in nature. :) Enjoy your walk or hike!!

What an incredible place. Went for a short hike after work and enjoyed the miraculous views. Obviously theres gonna be the occasional oddball (dude carrying what looked like a komodo dragon; dude doing his workout right in the middle of the way so only one person can pass at a time), but them again, it IS LA. I loved coming here and Im grateful for the experience. Can only recommend this place to everyone.

Amazing views and good hiking trails. My suggestion would be this isnt the best hiking option for beginners, but still doable. If dogs arent your thing, this spot may also not be for you. Be sure to bring plenty of water and use the restroom beforehand! Parking is a challenge and if you go on a weekend, prepare for lots of people. Overall a very enjoyable hike!

Can get busy but being so close to my house this is a great way to get some exercise. And see the beauty of la.

One of the best hikes in LA! Perfect view and trail is not terribly demanding. Loved it

I had a great experience with the little ones. Its a great hiking trail spot. They have both easy and would most people would consider medium difficult. Definitely recommend for dog lovers as its a dog friendly off the lease place.. Take water and make sure to use the restroom beforehand as none are available to the public.

Fun trails (some of the hills can be scary). The views are insane!! During Covid times, parking lot is closed so you must park on the street. Be careful because you will receive a ticket even on Sunday. Take the scenic route up there, you wont regret it.

Where do we park? We went to the North entrance, the parking was closed, aren’t you supposed to know if the parking is available, beforehand? We had to drive 40 mins just to find out the parking was closed. Walked around to ask people about parking, and had to come home just like that. People seem to have enjoyed this place here, but how? And please if anybody in charge of parking / general information is reading this, update parking availability somewhere so we know when to go. Total waste of time.

Pretty good place for a hike. Pro Tip: Plan your jog well because the hike starts with high elevation and its a hard one on the way back.

Beautiful place to hike and get great leg workout LoL! The weather was great before it got hot and the views are awesome even on a hazy day. Will definitely return next time Im in town

I love traveling in search of the most beautiful hiking trails around. My travels have often taken me to many different parts of California, out of state, and hopefully it will soon take me out of the country. Although I love traveling for these sorts of things, I sometimes fail to realize what I have right here at home. Lands End Trail is one of those trails that OTHER people travel far and wide for. On any given day you will see hundreds of people walking along this path, many of whom are tourists from other states and countries.

Ok for a quick walk or run. A purely city hike. You would have to go back and forth a couple of times to get a good workout or complete 10000steps. They have a steeper path on top of the fire road trail which is more challenging and can give a good workout.

Great for off leash dog hiking. Just wish everyone picked up after their dogs. Super irresponsible and disrespectful.

FYI if you are going to climb Runyon Canyon, make sure to eat your Wheaties in the morning and bring extra water. The most beautiful views of the city await at the top of the Canyon but it is not an easy trip. For those that prefer an easier trip, stick to the street route. Still a beautiful view! I loved every minute of it even though Im sure i died 3 times from exhaustion. Perfect place to test your grit!

From St Louis MO and love to hike anywhere. Tuff incline but worth a great workout!! Some ppl not wearing mask if you have bad knees or joints, be careful coming back down, try to glide not bounce or stump. Nice scenery of the city

My Wife and I had a wonderful day at this park. We rented bikes and biked the park, to the ocean and back. It was a beautiful day and very affordable! I would highly recommend going to this park while in San Fran!We enjoyed the conservatory and the many lakes.

Easy hikes with beautiful panoramic views of L.A. It has some nice spots to watch the sunset too.

Here for a Great [Slide], not a Long [Slide]!-Loved the slides, parking spot was free on the middle of the day on a Sunday Afternoon. Lots of spare cardboard to use, in case you forgot to bring your own. Be sure not to hold your hands/cardboard close to the side of the Slide, as I scraped my knuckles, but it made for a memorable time! I will be sure to bring family and friends back here for some good ole family wholes

A lovely place to get out from the city and connect with nature. First time I walked in I couldnt believe this is part of Hollywood.

I mean, how can you give Mother Nature any less than 5 stars!? She puts on a magnificent show in the evening - be sure to stay here on your visit until sunset. Allow yourself two+ hours to experience the trails, check out the baths that are now in ruins by the shore.

Its great because its such a diverse trail. At one end (South/West) you have the beautiful Sutro Baths (where everyone takes the love rock picture after walking through a cave). On the other end, you have a short trail hike to the rock formation/maze with a great view of the Golden Gate Bridge.

Big part of the park is closed now (excually exact trail from what you could get a good view to Hollywood sign), you still could go up and see the sign, but the view is a bit worse than it could be.You need to wear a mask to enter a park and follow keep your right on a road so you could easily keep the distance with people who coming towards you. The West trail is one way trail only, again due to covid.I was the on Sunday around 3pm and Id say the park was rather empty, there wasnt any problem to find a parking there (pre covid parking was challenging even at 6am on working days), so thats nice.I used to live 15 mins from the park, I loved it. Its really nice to have >2 miles of hikes and a few steep slopes in a back yard, so easy to train. It could be crowded on weekends but seems its no longer true (see above). Overall I totally recommend it!There is a water in front of park, for cash, and plenty water fountains along the trail, no toilets though. And be aware about wildlife: rattle snakes have been seen on trails as well as its a habitant for a small pack of coyotes (dont let your dog off leash after dark).

Living in los angeles this was my frist time here. We first drove to the top of Mulholland entrance didnt find any parking. We did find the parking enforcement placing tickets and towing out cars. Their parking lot is closed and youre unable to park on the side. Theres some signs that it allows you to park. But its funky, risking getting a ticket im good. Drove to the Hollywood blvd entrance found parking right away in the residential homes. Very easy hike to sweat. Beautiful view. It was soo hot but it was very easy. Nice place will come back again soon.

Great place to exercise, amazing views, paking can be a issue but overall I reccomend this place for those of you that enjoy the outdoors and hikes.

Awesome trail if you make it hard for yourself and try different trails. I started in the middle of the trail at the location google give us. I went down the paved path and went up a dirt path which led me to stairs and view from the top which was beautiful!! It was not that bad to get to the stairs but it was steep! At the top of the stairs there is a path to get back to the paved road THANK goodness!! I was dreading going back! Also forget about shade - you wont get any! I came to Ranyon Canyon a while back and started from the bottom and it was long and difficult. I am still learning my way around it.

This is a trail with some of the best views in the city. It is not as well traveled as some would think and it is nice that it is not so populated. You walk through the forest and also see some great views of the golden gate.

The best hike in LA! Depending on the endurance, time and mold, you may make it easy or very hard. If you are an outdoor person and you have only 3 days in LA, this place is a must!

This place is dog heaven. So many pretty huskies here. Walk about 5- 10 minutes down the sand stairs to get to the beach. Walk along the Pacific Ocean and see the tide bring in crabs! Get a good workout returning back up those stairs.Theres a lookout point by the parking lot. And another walking trail that heads toward Ocean Beach.

Absolutely breath taking. Beautiful area to hike with your dog. We loved it the views were amazing. there is plenty of places to take breaks and enjoy the views. I want to go on a less cloudy day to enjoy it more. overtime i go its pretty cloudy(san francisco weather). at the end of trail there is some pretty sweet designs.

Incredible. This park had breathtaking views. Walk down to one of the beaches and see if you can see the mussels on the rocks or any of the caves. Theres so many wildflowers that are indigenous to the area. Would go again in a heartbeat!

The family and I went for a nice walk. We only did the 1.8mile long, walk but it was great. There are lots of people on the trail so dont forget your masks!! Parking is hard as hell to find just go prepared to walk a block or two.

This place is dog heaven. So many pretty huskies here. Walk about 5- 10 minutes down the sand stairs to get to the beach. Walk along the Pacific Ocean and see the tide bring in crabs! Get a good workout returning back up those stairs. Theres a lookout point by the parking lot. And another walking trail that heads toward Ocean Beach.

This place has a few entrances and plenty of trails. Some look like they dont get much attention but they all will make you sweat. Enjoy the hike with friends or solo, after work or before the day begins. When your there please wear your face mask and give others some space.

I love Golden Gate Park! It might not be perfect, but it is a great place to get away from everything. Ive been going to Golden Gate Park since I was young, I used to go to the park every weekend and play tag and so forth with my sisters. Man... the memories...

This trail selection has so much to offer! Every time we visit LA, it’s a mandatory hike!You can take the paved path to the top and play it safe, or you can veer left and take the path less travelled! This is always my choice! Loosely packed dirt with lots of trip hazards and reasons to pay close attention to the task at hand. Don’t be caught without a bottle of water on a hot day either. It’s a long way up and no shelter from the hot sun. Lots of “IG opportunities” and some great views on the way up, including homes on the hillsides, the city skyline and don’t miss the “Hollywood sign”.

Came on monday afternoon around 2pm. found parking on a dirt turnout (watch out for street signs, some areas are no stopping anytime zones). we started at the top of the route and headed downhill and then back up. not super shaded so bring water. some water fountains and porter potties available. i imagine it gets crowded during evenings/weekends. overall a good workout, but not particularly spectacular.

Good paved and unpaved trails and ridges. Water fountains are available for humans and fur friends alike. You can always spot a random celebrity, on the trail. Good trail for all ages.

Great hiking. I’m partial since I live right at the base of Runyon, so if you don’t, the parking is a hard to find, especially on the weekends. They also have a few water fountains along the paths. Recommend coming first thing in the morning before the crowds.PLEASE if you come, bring your own reusable water bottle and not take a single-use plastic container that most likely will just be dumped in the ocean.

Like Batteries to Bluffs, this is a hike for the view. From the Lands End Parking lot to Eagles point is about a 3.5 miles. To make the hike longer you can go through Sutro Heights Park down to walk along Ocean Beach or go through the side streets to Baker Beach then up to the bridge.

There are two trails . The first is the moderate one 2 miles, good for families, kids, dogs, it’s tarmac. Half way back, you can opt to take the sand trail or stay on tarmac.Then there is the ‘hard route’ it’s only a little longer at 3 miles - but the ascent is 850ft across 3 peaks and it’s tough from the off. You still see people with dogs but definitely not for kids. Again, on the way the down you can opt for the tarmac of stay on the trail. Download the free “All Trails” app to give you more info and have a map for the way round.Views of L.A. are fantastic from Hollywood to DTLA, for early risers - catch the sunrise at 645am - exceptional, or catch the sun go down

Great short hike with stunning views of the bay and Golden Gate Bridge. Very dog friendly. Some parts have long flights of stairs so be ready for a leg/glutes workout.

If youre in LA, do this hike! You can see downtown and the ocean in the same eyeful! Easy hikes and more intermediate optional hikes. The smog barely even makes it up here! Better than any overpriced museum and a lot more fun than the walk of fame! As someone that lives in Hollywood Im tellin ya, DO IT.

Beautiful views and nice to do at least once... The mountains are pretty steep to climb. I climbed the middle one about a 500ft incline

Runyon Canyon is one of the popular hikes in the LA area because of its easy access and location. Locals and tourists alike come here to hike.There are 3 trails that you can hike which ranges from easy to difficult. Each trail provides stunning views of the LA area.The middle trail which is a paved road, leads to the top of the East and West ridge trails. It has a steady incline which is ideal for kids and for running up/down the hill.The East Ridge trail is a little more challenging. It has a steep incline going up the hill but not that difficult. It provides views of the Hollywood sign. This is the trail where you will find the locks of love attached to the fence.The West Ridge trail is the most difficult trail. It has several steep climbs which some are very close to the edge of the hill. Not ideal for kids. This trail provides the most stunning views because it is at the highest peak.Runyon Canyon is a dog friendly hiking trail. You will see tons of dogs hiking and running with their owners

Lots of walking to be done and great cityscapes to be had, but parking at the north entrance is extremely limited and fairly distant at the southern entrance.

Paved/ Dirt trails. Multiple trails and multiple views towards the city. This hike is geared more towards people traffic. Definitely coming back to try the other trails. Solid place to be.

The hike is great it can be easy to hard, your choice... However, the hardest part can be finding parking in the area. The trail can get busy so it is not a hike to do if you want to be secluded.

I dont live in Hollywood and it was my first time visiting the Canyon. These beautiful views were taken from the highest point of the east trail at 1320 ft elevation inside the Runyon Canyon. There are 3 trails. It is probably the safest hiking place esp for women. No one has been killed.The picture doesnt show the 180 deg view of Los Angeles-the Hollywood Sign and the Griffith Observatory on the left and Century City and Santa Monica on the right. In the bottom where trees are, there are multi-million dollar homes in the Hollywood Hills owned by celebrities.That picture of a woman on the building is an ad for vodka and the building is the famous Lowes Hotel. The yellow building next to it is the Dolby Theater where the Oscar is held. If you look further toward the horizon, youll see some of the tallest buildings in the world that are located in downtown Los Angeles.There are five ways to enter the park: two gates at the bottom close to Hollywood & La Brea or the Hollywood Walk of Fame; a gate at the top with a parking lot at Mulholland Drive if you come from the San Fernando Valley, a gate at northwest end of the park at Solar Drive by the West trail, and a footpath from the top of Wattles Garden.

Fantastic views of the city. Pretty good hike to get out of the house during COVID. There is a fence closing half of the trail during COVID. However, you can walk right around the fence, not that I would do that ... just ya know ... FYI.

The slides here are actually pretty dangerous haha. Went with a few of my college friends and we were genuinely scared to go down. I would definitely advise to take caution and use cardboard to help you slide down. It was fun nevertheless. The slide is in a neighborhood between houses and its pretty small. So I wouldnt advise going out of your way just to see it.

Omg this was an amazing experience!! We didnt make it through the entire path but we got far enough lol. The only issue was parking. Make sure you pay attention bro the street signs

This is a great place to go for a leisurely hike. The view is gorgeous, they have public bathrooms (and theyre actually pretty clean!), a store with a small coffee shop inside with some beverages and snack options, and you get gorgeous views of the ocean, Sutro Baths, and on a clear day, the Golden Gate Bridge.

Lands End Trail is a perfect hike and trail to get some good exercise while enjoying the view of SF and beautiful nature. Along the way, there are different view points of the ocean and golden gate bridge!

Love to come here , trails can be easy - challenging. However , please note that the parking lot has been closed!!! You will be forced to find extremely limited parking on Mulholland as all the neighboring streets require a permit to park. There are park employees enforcing this, especially on the weekends.

Beautiful and amazing trail to Walk or run if your up for the challenge. It can be challenge course for some, so yah youve been warned.

A good place to get in a kike while in Hollywood. In addition to views of LA you can also see some house that hang out over 100 of nothing.Bonus - There is an Honor Bar at the entrance for water, snacks, and what-not (July 2019).

Always a great escape. But too many people whining that its cold. I just say you gotta travel more. If you go towards sunset take a thermo and a sweater.

This beach was relaxing. Its definitely the unofficial dog beach. For us, being a non dog family, we were still able to enjoy ourself and watching the dogs and their owners have a blast. The kids loved finding sand dollars and they were able to roam around without the crowd of people.

Easy hike with nice views of Los Angeles. Lots of people and unleashed dogs, but not overwhelming.

I feel in love with the views from the top as soon as I finish my hike. Its a very serene area for fitness and yoga. The park had so many available water fountains and great directions on which trails to enjoy.

I really enjoy this place to go hiking. When you get to to top of the mountain you can see the beautiful city of Hollywood.

I was visiting from out of town and did this hike. I’m not really a hiker, but this hike was So much fun. Some parts are more challenging than others, but there’s paved trails as well where anyone can go. I would definitely do this hike again, the views of Los Angeles are amazing. I will definitely go back and do this hike again.

Great hike to stay healthy. Great scenery!

This was the most rewarding hike ever. The views make it worth it. The people along the trail are super polite and kind. Definitely hike up if youre in the area. Cant wait to go back!

One of the best hikes in the city if you are visiting CA and want to see Golden Gate, Sutro Baths, China Beach. Outstanding views of the coastline and easy path.

Amazing dog park. The views are spectacular, and somehow there are countless dogs here that all get along and enjoy all the space to run. The owners are always very respectful and everyone helps keep the park beautiful and clean.

First off, parking is a pain. Spots are difficult to find on side streets so I ended up parking quite a distance away. Id come for a hike with a group with some dogs. It was a very enjoyable hike that wasnt too difficult and had great views of the city. It was nice to be in nature and away from the hustle and bustle if the city. Remember to put on sunscreen and bring a hat since there isn’t much shade.

The last time here was our first and as tourists. It probably took an hour just to get to the steps because we stopped every minute or two to gawk and gaze and marvel at the all the beauty. And dogs. :)

If you like hiking ! This trail is one of my favorite!

I love Runyon. Unfortunately everyone else does too. If you can go during the week you can generally have a fairly pleasant hike. Personally I dont know if Ill ever go on a weekend again.Right now the park has just reopened. They have signs saying masks are required. I wear one because its respectful to those around me. Unfortunately a large chunk of people were not. I wish someone would enforce it or better yet start issuing citations to people who ignore this common sense safety protocol.

Love this trail, it has breathtaking views and the difficulty is enough to leave you feeling challenged. Between the scenic overlook and the hill with the bench, it’s a pretty steep decline/incline in grade. Almost everyone that walked by slipped but caught their balance. Be careful. A part of the hike in paved, part of it is not. You get to choose which side you do.

Runyon Canton Park is the prime location for the community and dog lovers in the Hollywood area. It’s also the prime location to park your vehicle and head up the hill to the world famous Hollywood sign. This park is huge with a playground for kids, large field for sports or playing with your dog. What better place to enjoy the California sun with the Hollywood sign in the background. Enjoy

A grand park with some exceptional views of Los Angeles. If you’re a fan of exercising outdoors like I am, than Runyon is perfect for all-terrain jogging and endurance training. Be sure to bring a bottle of water because once you start the ascent you are on your own, and making it to the top and back is no cake walk.It’s also pet friendly so bring your dog and spend some quality time together.

This gem in the Hollywood Hills is worth a visit any chance you get. Crowded thanks to Covid-19 but not overwhelmed. Several different vistas with great views. Do it!!!

I enjoyed it, you can get great views and meet locals who also are hiking. The only issue is parking, you have to park on the street which is residential and usually pretty tough to get a spot.

Great place to stay positive and healthy! Running up , running down that’s all you need! And of course the lovely LA

Nice really early in the morning. Took a Lyft so did not need to worry about parking. Lots of well behaved dogs and owners.Good elevation change to get the heart beating. Only took an hour to hike the whole thing top to bottom to top.Next time I would start at the bottom, not the top. :-)Views were obscured by fog. Some fences could use repair.

The litter some of you leave behind catches my eyes before the views. Despicable, trash cans are plentiful.

Nice little hike close to the Roosevelt hotel where I was staying during my time in LA, dog very friendly and people wearing mask all the time, happy with the view and the fresh scente of eucalipto :)

Hike deserves every bit of the hype. Steep parts are STEEP - so steep in fact, theres a defibrillator at the peak (yeah thats not at all unsettling). Gorgeous views of Hollywood (the city as well as the sign) and its extravagant hilltop homes as well as the mountains, plus downtown on a clear day as a bonus. So many absurdly fit fellow hikers that you can see why Angelenos are numb to that sort of thing. All this for the low low price of one hour of your life - its a damn bargain.

Great place for quiet walks and meeting friends. Great hill top views of the city!

I was trying to find a place to take some sunset photos, but the day we went didnt bode so well. I still took some photos and plan to go back next time Im in San Francisco. I visit the city, maybe once a year.

Great trail and amazing views. LA has lots of options for hikes but this is by far the best in my opinion

Easy hike, great views. Not really a dirt hike, more like a nice walk on cement with great views.

Its hard to find parking but if you can get to it, its good cool views of LA

This place was truly amazing and the views are breathtaking!!! The trails were kept up very good and the trash cans were emptied and not overflowing. The park rangers we very nice and helpful

Great hike. A must for tourists, you can see the Hollywood Sign. The entrance does smell like dog pee though. Beautiful view. Depending on where you start, the hike can be more strenuous or more relaxed. Lots of dogs, pretty people and greats views.

Runyon is THE park in LA everyone needs to visit... Amazing views gorgeous people and nature in the middle of the city.

The hike was great and we really enjoyed to go up. It is a paved road so less dirt on shoes. It is a good incline not rough and not easy though but liked the view. Highly recommended. It will be bit crowded though

Great hiking trail. We started from the top and went down the paved trail then. On our way up we did the west trail wish us the long tail. The west trail is the most challenging trail. It took us about 90 minutes to complete the loop.

Great place for a hike and amazing views of LA.

Nice short and easy hike. Views of the city are amazing!!! Views are absolutely the best part.

Runyon Canyon is one of the most popular hikes in LA, and for good reason! Its a huge outdoor dog park hike, so youll have all sorts of furry friends joining you. If you want a hike with no other people, go elsewhere. It is big enough that you dont feel crowded though.There are constant spectacular panoramic LA views, getting better and better as you go up. You can do multiple different routes, ranging from under a mile to over 3. Go for the full 3+ for the best experience.Parking on Fuller Street is tough, but thats the side to go to. The Mulholland Drive side starts out near the top and is good for views with little hiking.

Plenty of space plenty of views plenty of hills. Lol there we beginner runners and runners with experience. We walked up and down. Great views and a good challenge.

Good quick 40 min to 1 hour hike. Lot of dogs! Good elevation to get your heart going with plenty of flat trail to recover.