Suggestions for Hiking Trail near Los Angeles

Emi S. • January 14, 2013Secret gem for dog hikers! Amazing views of the city and not crowded at all. Take the smaller trails that go up and down the hills for a more rigorous hike.

Jim M. • February 6, 2015Great views. Good hiking. Dogs off leash

Curbed • March 20, 2014Featuring tons of uphill climbs, visitors often trek to the base of the Nike Missile tower to see epic views of the coastline. Celebs: Jennifer Garner, Fergie and Josh Duhamel.

The Artificial • November 27, 2017Skip the star-spotting crowds at Runyon park and head to one of the lesser-known, but equally beautiful hiking trails in the Santa Monica mountains where the view is great!

Melinda J. • October 20, 2014There is street parking, just watch the signs. I hiked the "Murphy Ranch" portion of Rustic Canyon and it was great.

Anthony R. • December 14, 2015This is a hidden gem in LA, right at the top of Coldwater Canyon and Mulholland. There are some really cool trails and a spot with picnic tables, that you could bring lunch or a coffee and hang out.

Edgar S. • March 19, 2015Great hiking trail, excellent Runyon alternative if you're trying to avoid the crowds.

Jeffrey A. • July 19, 2010Find all the signs that tell about the site's Cold War military history

Joey B. • March 8, 2015Bring a picnic. Great big lawns and then hiking trails with ocean and city views. A gem.

Zach B. • November 29, 2010People often call this place Fryman Cyn. Park, but it's actually Wilacre. Find Fryman (and it's "Rainforest Trail") via a dirt "driveway" off Iredell Lane.

Andy S. • July 23, 2013It seems steep going up but it's slightly steeper going up on the waterfall side (as in image below)

Daniel G. • July 25, 2015Going on a side trail can be lots of fun, but you may have to walk all the way back if not adventurous enough to climb up some dirty paths! Overall cool hike with photo ops and an interesting history!

Yvette B. • July 26, 2013Great running trails with great scenery- 5 mile loop throughout the Lake Balboa Recreation Area park and Golf Course! Beware of Coyotes in the early AM hours and late PM hours.

April A. • March 16, 2013Excellente!! Great hiking spot with beautiful views.

Mariana D. • March 2, 2013Best view for photos!

Cynthia Jassmina T. • July 23, 2013They have everything! From volleyball courts, tennis and basketball and a BIG field!!

CandyLand !. • February 18, 2010Great hike/ workout! Also doesn't smell bad and it's not crowded during the week. Bonus: you can see the ocean while your hiking! Just lovely!

Corey W. • January 15, 2012Take a moment to enjoy the sounds of the rain forest - very tranquil.

Danny R. • March 3, 2013The best bike tours in la.

Christopher Prince B. • May 11, 2010Make sure to bring your hiking boots! The cliffs are awesome, along with the view!

Jesse T. • February 3, 2013Tons of trail options!

Abu Aya K. • July 20, 2018Great views and nice ocean breeze

Sunil G. • September 6, 2012Park below yellow line to park for free. $5 if you park above it, sure you have to walk more but you are there to exercise, right?

Shawn K. • July 14, 2010If you listen to The Who you can see for miles and miles.

Robert B. • July 15, 2021Deep, short and paved.

Athena Z. • August 17, 2019Wish I lived here!

Carrie M. • August 24, 2012There's been a coyote hanging out a lot towards the top of the fire road, so if you have a dog with you keep a good eye on them!