By Matt Pawlik
Lights, camera, Runyon! It’s certainly not quiet on the set of Runyon Canyon in Hollywood, but the trail system here is one of the most
pupular for active Angelenos and their canine companions.
Check out this LA Parks Map to plan your doggie-driven route through the 160-acre greenspace. I recommend the full feature-length loop for an A-list workout and big-budget views. After a short stint on the trail, look for the gate that shows the off-leash area to release your dog for an adventure (leashes are also required at the north end of the park). Humans and dogs alike enjoy canyon vistas and chaparral-covered hillsides along both fire roads and single-track offerings, but the real treat comes with the elevation gain. Throughout the park, find aptly named viewpoints such as Clouds Rest and Inspiration Point, which provide cityscape panoramas that stretch to the San Gabriels and Santa Monica Bay on clear days. For more Hollywood-area hiking (and fewer yoga mats), head to the scenic Trebek Open Space next door, named after the late “Jeopardy” host Alex Trebek. We’ll take pup-friendly hikes for $200! Start at the trailhead at the end of Fuller Avenue just past the intersection with Hillside Avenue. Street parking. Off-leash is OK.