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Runyon Canyon Park
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Los Angeles
Has a stamp of approval from The Wall Street Journal and LA Weekly
"Free yoga, fresh air, panoramic views, and doggy poo."(9 Tips)
"amazing views of Hollywood Sign and pretty much all LA."(8 Tips)
"My favorite hiking spot good for cardio and running"(6 Tips)
"strenuous hiking, great views, and the dog can be off-leash!"(80 Tips)
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The Wall Street JournalAugust 3, 2014This hiking and nature trail was the estate of an opera singer in the '30s. At the top of the steep hill, there's a huge bench where you can just sit and look out on the greatest view. Read more
Shawn PennApril 21, 20131st time here on one of my many vacations to LA! Loved it, took wrong turn on trail n ended up trail C which is made for top athletes! Amazing views, pics n lots of memories!!
Veronica ChaviraSeptember 21, 2018The hike can be up to 2.5 miles filled with inclines and steep stairs on the downhill. There are daily yoga classes and this is a perfect spot for people and celebrity watching!Upvoted 1 week ago
Amanda ASeptember 30, 2018The trails can be difficult coming down so you have to be careful but it’s totally worth it and such an accomplishment. Drink water, wear good sneakers and breathe in/out through your nose. 😉
KatrinaJanuary 27, 2015My favorite hiking trail. Lots of eye candy while getting exercise!! My dog loves coming here too. Great views of the city...just perfect for hiking!!
Take the time to explore as many different directions as possible. There are lots of ways you can hike Runyon and so many views of LA to be had - including the Hollywood Sign.
KarlaDecember 28, 2021Leave time for parking and accept you might park a few blocks away. You’re about to go on a hike, so who cares about a few extra blocks! Also, wear grippy shoes if you’re going off the road.
Jonathan CapecchiJune 29, 2015Great trail which is really popular. Really difficult to get parked nearby. Typical Hollywood :)
Parking can be a pain but it's definitely worth it for that amazing view. Plus the hike itself is the perfect amount of hard.
Thomas ColtonJuly 14, 2015This is definitely the OG hike in Los Angeles. Amazing views for your Instagram (which will attract the exact crowd you'd think it would). Even better people watching
Brittany GreenNovember 10, 2013Great hiking spot. Beware of lose dogs and poop on the trail. Also this is a hot spot for celebs too so you never know who you might see on the trail. Rapper The Game is regular.
Achille KollaJuly 11, 2015AWESOME! The views from the top will more than justify the trek to the top.
Tommy HilfigerFebruary 13, 2013"This hilly and surprisingly challenging hiking spot rises right up in the middle of Hollywood. It offers great views of downtown and Santa Monica, as well as prime celebrity-spotting." -TH
Ivy GanMarch 13, 2015Best hiking in Los Angeles. Start from fuller and melrose end with a Starbucks from Ralph's. You can finish at the same spot with a Pinkberry treat across the street :)
Roxanne ReyesSeptember 28, 2013Nice park but parking is awful on weekends! Grateful I was hiking with Ranger Ernie and he let me park inside the canyon. Wattles hike is INTENSE AND ADVANCED!!! I made it!!
Vanity Fair AgendaJanuary 30, 2012The park is a favorite place to hike with your dog and see not only some of the best views of the city but some of the best-looking people in the city. Sunsets and sunrises are spectacular.
Ted RoehmNovember 10, 2016Parking can be tough. If you can't find any make sure you check the signs along side the road if you do park there. I saw tons of people getting tickets.
Los AngelesAugust 1, 2013Take a long hike, bring the dog and enjoy the view - you never know who you'll bump into
The East Trail is challenging, but walking up the West Trail is were you earn results
Sarah HamiltonJanuary 23, 2015Wonderful place to hike with the pups! Choices of steep or gradual incline. Only downside is the parking. Hope you are a great parallel parker!
Moe ShehataFebruary 24, 2016It's a great trail and the view from there, when you hike to the top is phenomenal. Not that long of a hike, around 2.5 miles.
Forget the gym, Runyon Canyon is awesome workout! Get some fresh air, hike the mountain & enjoy the beautiful view of the city when you get to the top :) Doggy friendly! parking sucks...
Akien'o El-Amin M.March 8, 2014Take your time, pace yourself, if you have asthma bring your inhaler!! On your way up and down, smile and motivate others. That was key to me making it up my first time.
deekayJanuary 30, 2018Great place for a hike - easy or difficult, pick your own adventure! Limited parking so get there early.
Juston PayneJanuary 8, 2012Miles of well-traffic trails with great views of the city and the Hollywood sign. And, if you're one of those people who recognizes b-list celebrities, you'll enjoy it here.
Jeremy COctober 3, 2016Close to Hollywood, park in the residential area and bring water, especially if you are not "LA fit". Great views
Mark BolenderFebruary 21, 2011One of LA's best hikes. Hike along scenic trails with your dog off leash on 90 of the 160 acres. Good views of the Hollywood Sign, Griffith Park observatory and oh yea...celebrities who hike with th- Alan BrutenicMarch 21, 2016Another Awesome LA hiking spot offering amazing views of Hollywood Sign and pretty much all LA.
There is always a great chance you will see a celebrity hiking it, great views from the top, a hidden tennis court and plenty of great looking people...definitely a fun fun hike Read more
Candace ParkerAugust 7, 2010Me and my dog love this park. It's clean (despite what other posts say), great views and a great work out. I always bring my dog, so have not hit the free yoga class yet, but that is next on my list
Will MoodyMay 14, 2013When you enter, the path that goes straight is steep and a bit of a workout, while the path off to the left is much more gradual and laid-back.
Startrelle CantrelleDecember 30, 2010a great hiking fitness move- making to the top you'll get a rewarding sense of accomplishment, an awesome workout and if you like dogs, a "dog show" as pet owners bring their 4-legged pals along
H.C. @FoodventureFebruary 2, 2014No restrooms/porta-potties here, and it's pretty packed all the time so sneaking a potty break off trail is dicey. If you gotta go, use restroom @ Ralphs on Hollywood & Fuller.- Charles T SebestaNovember 28, 2015HAVEN'T BEEN IN A WHILE BUT THIS USED TO BE ONE OF MY FAVORITE PLACES. A GREAT PLACE TO HIKE, WALK, TAKE IN LIFE!
kate FELDTJuly 16, 2011Awesome hike and views of LA! I suggest hiking up to the top and running down for a great workout. Take a bottle of water and shoes with good grip. Enjoy 
Stephanie ThorntonFebruary 22, 2011Besides the amazing views,natural workout and people slash celeb watching. Just in case you forget water or a granola bar , if you enter through the main get there is a donation snack and water bar
Skip the slow slog up the main path and hang a left right after you enter the "dogs off leash" gate. You'll shoot right up a challenging hike and suddenly be able to see your house.
Lukas SchuchardMarch 29, 2017Great views, nice walking. Beware of the parking enforcement! They're present and write tickets all the time.
Amanda GilmoreNovember 5, 2013Awesome hiking experience! If it's a hot day make sure you bring yourself a bottle of water and a hat.
@JaumePrimeroDecember 1, 2012One of my favorite places for an outdoor workout, and rising above the smog in LA! Great Instagram photo opps as well!
FabFitFunDecember 9, 2011Amazing views of the city, ocean, and the Hollywood Sign! Throw on your sneakers and don't forget your water! You'll want to come back every day!
If you bring your dog please pick up after him. If you don't bring a dog watch out for dog land mines 💩💩💩
Heather StrumingerMarch 25, 2015It's a great hike with some really good views of the surrounding LA area
Daniel BedingfieldSeptember 27, 2011The second song from my "This is Live Music" series was recorded live and filmed here right before sunset! Check out the video for "All Comes Back Around" here: Read more
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Runyon Canyon Park
2000 N Fuller Ave (at Hillside Ave)
Los Angeles, CA 90046
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Los Angeles, CA 90046
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