Runyon Canyon Park
(323) 666-5046
Franklin and Fuller Ave
Los Angeles,
CA
90028
34.1033
-118.3489
Neighborhoods: Hollywood, Central LA
What People Are Saying About Runyon Canyon Park
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The View
Fido runs free while his two-legged companion enjoys a scenic cardio workout. The unique, dog-friendly exercise opportunity makes this city park popular with hikers and canines of all shapes and sizes. The rich and famous are apparently no less immune to the charms of their ecstatic, frolicking doggies, so be on the lookout for celebs in sweats, baseball caps and expensive sunglasses.
The Appeal
The 134-acre park's main drag is a wide path snaking along the canyon floor, gradually ascending to the scenic point called Cloud's Rest. From Cloud's Rest, fitness buffs can choose to proceed downward via a steep dirt fire trail. However, most hikers opt to retrace their path for a gradual and paved return to the bottom. Up and down on the paved path is a little more than two miles, and takes about an hour.
User Reviews
KirkPorter
April 24, 2009
The Runyon Romp is not your typical 'Boot Camp'. In fact it is not a boot camp at all. It does not involve guys and girls dressed up in fatigues calling out military directions to motivate you. The Runyon Romp is an organized outdoor training program that is constantly changing to help challenge your body's strength and cardio capacity, while making sure you have fun in the process! The Runyon Romp is between 1 hour and 1 hour 15 minutes long. It starts with a short set of stretches then work our way up the East side of Runyon, stopping 2 or 3 times to do both isometric and plyometric exercises. It also incorporates the use of resistance bands to make sure your upper body is getting a great workout as well! The only thing that you need to bring is a relentless need to succeed and it will take care of the rest...definitely a bottle of water too!!! Check out www.RunyonRomp(dot)com
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DavidHaar
April 20, 2009
If you live in the area, you've got to take advantage of the park right in the middle of it all. People watching is great. Celebrity sightings are common. Bring the dog, and enjoy the view once you make it to the top.
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liltamby5
January 16, 2009
This is such a great hike. It's a great way to work out while getting a breath taking view of the city!!!! I usually park on Gardner and Hollywood because the parking is a bit difficult, but well worth it. It usually takes me 50 mins to an hour (power walking speed) to do the whole thing...including the distance from my car. Plus it's dog friendly! :)
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Know Before You Go:
There's no running water at the top of the canyon. Carry enough bottled water for yourself and your panting pooch.
The Extras:
The off-leash portion of the trail--if you're starting at the southern entrance (Fuller Boulevard or Vista Street)--begins at the second gate. Until you reach that point, dogs must be on a leash.
Look Good:
Plastic bags are usually available at the park, but dog owners should always come prepared with a pooper scooper.
Fun Fact:
Star sightings include Sandra Bullock, Edward Norton and Jennifer Lopez.
