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Observatory Trail - Griffith Park - 2 members in 2 triplogs have rated this an average 3 ( 1 to 5 best )
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Apr 27 2025
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 Joined Nov 30 2015
 Phoenix, AZ
Griffith Park loop, CA 
Griffith Park loop, CA
 
Run/Jog avatar Apr 27 2025
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Run/Jog9.25 Miles 1,975 AEG
Run/Jog9.25 Miles   2 Hrs   14 Mns   12 Secs4.14 mph
1,975 ft AEG
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1st trip
Decided to drive a few miles for this one, but it was a manageable amount of LA driving. Parked in the main lot off of Fern Dell Dr, and snagged the only spot I saw. Headed down the trail to the W Observatory trail, which climbs moderately up to the ridge below Griffith Observatory. Lots of people on this trail.

Headed down Boy Scout Trail, which was a nice descent down to the Greek Theater area. Crowds thinned out a little on the trail here, although Vermont Canyon was buzzing with activity. Made my way up from the tennis courts to Riverside Trail, which was relatively flat, and took that to the overlook.

From there, went down to Fern Canyon trail. Crowds really dissipated on the north side, which was nice. To Fern Canyon to Bill Eckert, which began a steady climb up to Viste de Valle Drive. Then a very steep climb up to N Trail.

Once down to Mt Hollywood Trail, the crowds came back, and it was all downhill back to the parking lot.

Pretty cool city park. Most of the official trails are dirt roads, but there are definitely some single track social trails going up and down the ridges.
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Jan 13 2024
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Griffith Observatory, CA 
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Walk / Tour avatar Jan 13 2024
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Walk / Tour1.94 Miles 396 AEG
Walk / Tour1.94 Miles   2 Hrs   12 Mns   2.71 mph
396 ft AEG   1 Hour   29 Mns Break
 
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average hiking speed 2.71 mph

WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.

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