This 1,625foot peak is a star of griffith park with panoramic views that can be reached from. Park along lake hollywood drive and begin your hike heading east on wonder view drive. You must drive through lot 1 in order to get to lot 2. Map and guide of griffith park corrected and enhanced grateful for the tom labonge map above as a starting place, yet compelled with the need for a map hikers can rely on for safe and accurate guidance, i have made significant enhancements and corrections to the map, such as adding the secondary trails red dotted lines, correcting inaccurate routes, marking trailheads, adding labels, etc. Griffith park hike starting from lot g connects to lot f greek theatre hike date. Anne cusack lat the sun set an hour ago, a red ball dropping into the sea, and in the moonlight that falls on the untamed hills of griffith parks east side, jose macias trudges up a steep dirt track called cardiac hill. Or take one of the popular routes to mount hollywood or an easy stroll through. Come join the griffith park section of the sierra club for our evening conditioning hikes and other events. Oct 11, 2017 meet up with the local sierra club chapter near the merrygoround on tuesday and thursday evenings for some serious conditioningor on the friday closest to a full moon for a posthike potluck. Jul 24, 2014 2 hikers tuesday night hike griffith park go pro video.
Though it boasts the highest point in griffith park, cahuenga peak is often overshadowed by its slightly more diminutive neighbor, mt. You really dont want to go hiking anywhere at night, unless you go on a hike lead by someone who knows what theyre doing. The section leads weekday evening hikes to increase awareness by the public of the beauty and needs of griffith park. Always try to come few minutes early to secure good parking. Today the wisdom tree is under the protection of griffith park. The hike is not too challenging, although there are few people making some rest spots. Turn left at the stop sign onto griffith park drive and proceed 1. Meet up with the local sierra club chapter near the merrygoround on tuesday and thursday evenings for some serious conditioningor on the friday closest to. Just wondering what the best hikes are in griffith park, how easy it is to get to the start of the trails via uberlyft and the standard hollywood sign hike for the totally original photo. This weekend may be the perfect time to grab a friend and take a night hike.
One of the most popular trails to one of the most popular attractions in griffith park, the west observatory trail shouldnt be overlooked just because youre not likely to find solitude on it its a great way to get to some beautiful viewpoints and an excellent route for getting a little outdoor time either as a quick jaunt or trail. Turn right at the light onto zoo drive and proceed. Hike griffith park and the hollywood hills pocket guide has twodozen great day hikes. Best hikes and trails in griffith park modern hiker. Its halloweenhayride time in griffith park and the parking lot 2 would be busy with halloween hayride visitors. At over 4300 acres, griffith park is four times the size of san franciscos golden gate park and more than five times the size of central park in new york. Mar 16, 2011 super moon in skies above griffith tonight. Hollywood, but my favorite trail begins near the ferndell nature area. The park covers 4,310 acres 1,740 ha of land, making it one of the largest urban parks in north america. Hike to cahuenga peak, the highest point in the park.
The access road to griffith parks observatory stays open till 10. All hikers should carry the waiver card with them to join our official weekday evening conditioning hikes. The hike listed here is the shortest route to the summit and makes for an excellent sunrise hike. Griffith park, ca three day weather forecast accuweather. Griffith park is one of the largest urban parks in all of north america, and the secondlargest city park in california. Visit the trailmaster store hollywood hills is just another name for the eastern portion of the santa monica mountains. Mount hollywood this 1,625foot peak is a star of griffith park with panoramic views that can be reached from griffith observatory on a steep 1. I have been hiking in griffith park for 15 years and still find new trails and excitement there. The easiest way to get to griffith observatory is by taking. This short hike is a perfect introduce to griffith park and provide time to enjoy the observatory. Admission to the building and grounds is always free. Bee rock hike in griffith park california through my lens. Every tuesday, wednesday and thursday, hikers convene at the north side of the parking lot above the crystal springs merrygoround and split off at about 7 p. Lee, with its array of antennas and that famous billboard that once hawked land sales in the hills above hollywood.
Sure, youve driven up to griffith observatory at night, but have you ever taken a hike after twilight. Zanin, director 601 westtown road, suite 390 west chester, pa, 193800990 ph. There are many hiking trails in the area for all types of hikers. For this hike, we focused on a short, 2mile roundtrip hike that starts and ends at the griffith observatory entrance see map below. If you are eager to enjoy a sunset or night hike, this is it. Enjoy our hikes and learn the trails with experienced and well trained hike leaders. Griffith park offers amazing views and an abundance of trails for hiking and horseback riding. Griffith park section activities all participants hike at their own risk. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, nature trips, and bird watching and is accessible yearround. There virtually is something for everyone whether it be hiking or a ride on the kiddie railroad. Griffith park night hikers take in 360degree views above mt. This time, he travels to iconic griffith park to share the sights, the trails, and the fun with any. Northridgechatsworth events calendar for may 4, 2020.
New hikers should arrive early to sign the liability release form and receive a waiver card, prior to hiking. The griffith park section seeks to preserve and protect the natural ecology of griffith park, helping to assure its continuance as an open area always accessible to the public. Level 3 light pace hike, mild workout with uphill sections, good for beginners. This 1,625foot peak is a star of griffith park with panoramic views that can be reached from griffith observatory on a steep 1. Level 3 easier level night hike, great for beginners and first time night hikers, fun for regulars. Nov 22, 2005 griffith park night hikers take in 360degree views above mt. Christmas at griffith park beach cities homes blog.
Lee trail on the western edge of the rugged park to pop up behind the. Anne cusack lat the sun set an hour ago, a red ball dropping into the sea, and in the moonlight that falls on the untamed hills of griffith park s east side, jose macias trudges up a steep dirt track called cardiac hill. Get your 3day weather forecast for griffith park, ca. Griffith park section evening hikes sierra club angeles. Hike griffith park and the hollywood hills john mckinney. Mineral wells road at griffith park drive, near the golf driving range. Mar 17, 2017 today the wisdom tree is under the protection of griffith park. The griffith park visitors center contains educational plant, bird, animal, and geological displays related to the park. The section also has potlucks, cookouts, and monthly moderate moonlit hikes. The observatory open until 10pm except monday and greek theatre when open are fine at night, however, dont go hiking in griffith park at night.
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