Griffith Park Trails

About

Outdoor natural trail offering hills, picnic tables & views of surrounding neighborhoods.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.8 out of 5 across 682 Google reviews. That puts it 1st of the 21 rated hiking trails we list in Los Angeles.

It keeps the same hours every day — 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking. And if it does not suit, 20 more hiking trails in Los Angeles are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other hiking trails in Los Angeles.

What works

Consistently well reviewed
4.8 stars held across 682 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
The best-rated in Los Angeles
Measured against the 21 rated hiking trails we track in Los Angeles.
Open every day
The same hours all week (7:00 AM – 9:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Free parking
A free lot and free street parking — one less thing to pay for, though paid options sit alongside it.

Worth knowing first

No easy way to confirm
Neither a phone number nor a website is on file, so there is nobody to check with ahead of a visit.

Planning a visit

General guidance for hiking trails, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Marked trails that can run from a short loop to a half-day out, with the trailhead as the only real commitment.

A good fit for hikers and trail runners looking for a route close to town.

When to go

Start early — trailhead parking is the first thing to disappear on a good weekend. The gates are open 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM.

What to bring

More water than feels necessary
Shoes with grip
A downloaded map — signal thins out
Leash and waste bags

Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Amenities

Dogs Allowed

Parking Available

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Common questions about Griffith Park Trails

What is Griffith Park Trails?

Outdoor natural trail offering hills, picnic tables & views of surrounding neighborhoods. It is a hiking trail in Los Angeles, CA, at 2715 N Vermont Canyon Rd.

What are the opening hours at Griffith Park Trails?

Griffith Park Trails is open 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM every day of the week.

Are dogs allowed at Griffith Park Trails?

Yes — Griffith Park Trails is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.

Is there parking at Griffith Park Trails?

Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking.

How is Griffith Park Trails rated?

Griffith Park Trails holds 4.8 out of 5 stars from 682 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

Los Angeles has 20 other hiking trails listed on AllParx, including Culver City Stairs, Innsdale Trailhead and Wilacre Hiking Trail Parking.