Elysian Park
Elysian Park is a good place for a laid-back urban hike with the family, especially suited for leisurely exploration. The second largest city park in LA, 600-acre Elysian retains much of its natural chaparral, a l... from backcountrysecrets.com
Elysian Park
Elysian Park is a good place for a laid-back urban hike with the family, especially suited for leisurely exploration. The second largest city park in LA, 600-acre Elysian retains much of its natural chaparral, a l... backcountrysecrets.com
Hollywood Sign On Mt. Lee
The hike is approximately 6 miles round trip and 1,200 feet gain on packed dirt and then pavement. From the parking lot, pass through the gate and hike up Brush Canyon. At the top of Brush Canyon where the trail i... backcountrysecrets.com
Sam Merrill Trailhead
The Sam Merrill Trail is a major hiking trail in the Las Flores Canyon of the San Gabriel Mountain Range in Altadena, California. A well-maintained 2.5 mile trail leads to Echo Mountain, with opportunities for fur... backcountrysecrets.com
Arroyo Pescadero Park
This is a developed nature trail walk. There are "shaded" benches, garbage cans, and interpretive signs along the trail. The path is pretty heavily used, but still gives the "out of the city" feeling. backcountrysecrets.com
Whittier Narrows Dam
This project is managed by Los Angeles County Parks and the City of Pico Rivera. Whittier Narrows has no permanent pool. It is located in a highly developed industrial, agricultural, and residential area of Los Angeles Co... recreation.gov
Mt. Wilson
This is a mostly downhill singletrack ride with one good climb at the end to keep you honest. This trail is a blast and unless you're totally sick you'll definitely want to do this ride as a one-way with a shuttle. dirtworld.com
Switzer Falls - Bear Canyon
This is a relatively easy hike into one of the loveliest sections of the San Gabriel mountains. The hike meanders back and across the stream running down the spectacular Arroyo Seco Canyon. The stream is lined with oaks a... localhikes.com
Sepulveda Dam
The Sepulveda Dam's recreation facilities are managed by the City of Los Angeles Parks. The site has no permanent pool, but the sports facilities, including golf and tennis, draw many to this urban project in the San Fern... recreation.gov
Laguna Lake Park Trail
trail wraps around lake and goes into surrounding canyons and hills backcountrysecrets.com
Angeles National Forest
Located in southern California, lies the Angeles National Forest, encompassing 694,187 acres including almost the entire San Gabriel Mountain range. The Forest provides the striking backdrop to southern California's large... recreation.gov
Santa Fe Dam
Facilities at Santa Fe are operated by Los Angeles County Parks. Swimming, fishing, non-power boating, hiking and picnicking are available. Of interest are the five distinct biological communities within the area. They re... recreation.gov
Hansen Dam
The City of Los Angeles manages the extensive day-use facilities, including golf and riding stables, are available at this site in the San Fernando Valley. recreation.gov
Coulter Group Campground (Ca)
Open April 1st through November 15th, snow and weather permitting, Coulter Campground is located off State Highway 2 between the little pines and Manzanita Loops of Chilao Campground, 26 miles north of the 210 Freeway in ... recreation.gov
Lightning Point Group Cg (Ca)
Lightning Point Group Campground will remain closed through March 31, 2013 because of road closures to access the campground and the extensive damage done to the facilities during the Station Fire which have not been fund... recreation.gov
Bandido Group Campground (Ca)
Open April 1st through November 15th, snow and weather permitting. Bandido Campground is located off State Highway 2, 28 miles north of the 210 Freeway in La Canada and 2 miles west of Three Points on Santa Clara Divide R... recreation.gov