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The Best Running in Los Angeles

Looking for the best running in Los Angeles? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Los Angeles. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

Top running spots in and near Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, California

    Augustus Hawkins Nature Park Loop

    0.43 mi / 26 ft gain
    Augustus Hawkins Nature Park Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Huntington Park, California.
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  • Los Angeles, California

    Wetlands Loop

    0.52 mi / 3 ft gain
    Wetlands Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Los Angeles, California.
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  • Los Angeles, California

    Ascot Hills Trail

    2.11 mi / 446 ft gain
    Ascot Hills Trail is a heavily trafficked loop trail located near Los Angeles, California.
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  • Los Angeles, California

    Wild Mustard Loop

    2.36 mi / 472 ft gain
    Wild Mustard Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Los Angeles, California.
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  • Los Angeles, California

    Echo Park Lake

    3.0
    0.98 mi / 0 ft gain
    Echo Park Lake in Los Angeles has a loop that is about 1 mile around. It’s a pretty busy park, that has ducks and geese everywhere. Beautiful lotus blossoms and iris flowers in the lake. Generally flat and one tiny incline that can easily be avoided. You can also rent swan paddleboats that light ...
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  • Los Angeles, California

    Elysian Park

    4.0
    1.88 mi / 282 ft gain
    Elysian Park is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Los Angeles, California.
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  • Los Angeles, California

    Mount Washington Neighborhood Trails

    2.74 mi / 614 ft gain
    Mount Washington Neighborhood Trails is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Los Angeles, California.
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  • Los Angeles, California

    Elysian Park West Loop Trail

    1.89 mi / 292 ft gain
    Elysian Park West Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Los Angeles, California.
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  • Los Angeles, California

    City View and Walnut Forest Trails

    2.6 mi / 568 ft gain
    City View and Walnut Forest Trails is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Dodgertown, California.
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  • Alhambra, California

    Almansor Park Loop

    1.07 mi / 75 ft gain
    Almansor Park Loop is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Alhambra, California.
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  • South El Monte, California

    Legg Lake Loop Trail

    2.19 mi / 112 ft gain
    Legg Lake Loop Trail is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near South El Monte, California.
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  • Los Angeles, California

    Baxter Steps

    4.5
    0.16 mi / 108 ft gain
    This set of stairs near Dodger Stadium is Los Angeles is a great way to get a workout and stretch your legs. Unfortunately it is not dog-friendly. Keep in mind the best time to go here is during the week, so you can avoid crowds.  Be sure to bring extra water with you as it can get very hot!
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  • Los Angeles, California

    Arroyo Seco Loop

    3.06 mi / 207 ft gain
    Arroyo Seco Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near South Pasadena, California.
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  • Whittier, California

    Hike the Hellman Park Trail

    3.0
    4 mi / 850 ft gain
    This trail is great if you're looking for a quick, but intense workout. The hike itself is only 4 miles out- and-back and can be easily completed within a couple of hours. However, be prepared for a steep and steady incline for the first 1.5 miles.The trail itself is pretty wide, and if you show ...
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  • Los Angeles, California

    Music Box Steps

    5.0
    0.08 mi / 20 ft gain
    Climb a historical landmark in LA. This is where the famous, Academy Award winning short, Laurel and Hardy made called "The Music Box”. Filmed back in the 1930's the story is about two movers trying to deliver a piano, up these steps. There is a plaque is dedicated at the bottom to this film. It’...
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  • Los Angeles, California

    Three Stooges Stairs

    4.0
    0.07 mi / 43 ft gain
    The stairs are about 147 steps. Located at Fair Oak View Terrace and Edendale Place in the Silver Lake, a district of Los Angeles. They are famous for where the Three Stooges short "An Ache In Every Stake" was filmed in 1941. It is a classic scene of where they have to deliver a block of ice all ...
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