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
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Los Angeles, California
Augustus Hawkins Nature Park Loop
0.43 mi / 26 ft gainAugustus Hawkins Nature Park Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Huntington Park, California.Read more -
Los Angeles, California
Wetlands Loop
0.52 mi / 3 ft gainWetlands Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Los Angeles, California.Read more -
Los Angeles, California
Ascot Hills Trail
2.11 mi / 446 ft gainAscot Hills Trail is a heavily trafficked loop trail located near Los Angeles, California.Read more -
Los Angeles, California
Wild Mustard Loop
2.36 mi / 472 ft gainWild Mustard Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Los Angeles, California.Read more -
Los Angeles, California
Echo Park Lake
3.00.98 mi / 0 ft gainEcho 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 ...Read more -
Los Angeles, California
Elysian Park
4.01.88 mi / 282 ft gainElysian Park is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Los Angeles, California.Read more -
Los Angeles, California
Mount Washington Neighborhood Trails
2.74 mi / 614 ft gainMount Washington Neighborhood Trails is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Los Angeles, California.Read more -
Los Angeles, California
Elysian Park West Loop Trail
1.89 mi / 292 ft gainElysian Park West Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Los Angeles, California.Read more -
Los Angeles, California
City View and Walnut Forest Trails
2.6 mi / 568 ft gainCity View and Walnut Forest Trails is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Dodgertown, California.Read more -
Alhambra, California
Almansor Park Loop
1.07 mi / 75 ft gainAlmansor Park Loop is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Alhambra, California.Read more -
South El Monte, California
Legg Lake Loop Trail
2.19 mi / 112 ft gainLegg Lake Loop Trail is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near South El Monte, California.Read more -
Los Angeles, California
Baxter Steps
4.50.16 mi / 108 ft gainThis 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!Read more -
Los Angeles, California
Arroyo Seco Loop
3.06 mi / 207 ft gainArroyo Seco Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near South Pasadena, California.Read more -
Whittier, California
Hike the Hellman Park Trail
3.04 mi / 850 ft gainThis 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 ...Read more -
Los Angeles, California
Music Box Steps
5.00.08 mi / 20 ft gainClimb 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’...Read more -
Los Angeles, California
Three Stooges Stairs
4.00.07 mi / 43 ft gainThe 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 ...Read more