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This is the BEST park / hike in the valley!! We are constantly going back to Fryman Canyon!! Here are the highlights: my most favorite thing other than the experience itself is the easy peasy parking. Never have I had to wait more than 5 minutes for a parking spot. The parking lot is so organized & people are coming and going gradually. So for parking alone, it's a great park!! Next, I am always complimenting how Fryman Canyon is challenging but approachable! The hike itself takes around an hour & it has a good mix of uphill, non incline & rocky terrain that is fine to walk with regular sneakers. We see all different types of people (all different ages) on the hike all the time. The views at Fryman Canyon are beautiful! They're a good mix of nature and city. The sunset is always enchanting. We have seen pocket gophers here which are adorable! Fryman is a fabulous hike if you're looking for some approachable, uplifting exercise!!
So beautiful and great to hike and be in nature. Where the gps took me there was only about 9 parking spots that by 9am are all taken up. Map kind of confused us but we were able to somewhat figure it out. Great views and so many options of trails lol
Still my favorite hike in the valley! It has been a while since I visited here, and all of the work they have done to the trail is simply amazing. I love the picnic area by tree people and all of the newly planted trees and flowers. It's truly an oasis tucked away in the mountains. It's so peaceful. They still have the doggy water fountain, which always came in handy when I brought my dog. If you start from the parking lot, the first half of the trail is pretty steep, but a great workout. Overall I would say it's a moderate trail. Love the views of the valley throughout the hike. Trail is unpaved and has minimal shade. Dogs on leash only. Parking can be a bit of a nightmare, depending on when you go, so just be patient when you arrive. If you don't mind waiting a little bit, you can find a spot in the lot!
5/5 This hike is one of my favorites. I've done it many times solo and just enjoyed nature all while getting a great workout in. I like to go the direction that starts out going up an incline and ends by you walking through a neighborhood. The views are so amazing hiking all the way up. There are a couple of different places to stop on the trail where the awesome Tree People have put benches made out of trees that have fallen. At the halfway point there's a bench that overlooks a drop and you can see the valley in all its glory. It's so peaceful there. I've sat there many times praying, meditating, tired and not having to think, or just taking in nature in so many different forms in that space. I encourage anyone who wants to satiate their need for nature to go here and do this hike. People like to run it or walk it. There are lots of cute dogs, couples, friends catching up, and even sometimes whole families hiking together. The trail is clean, obvious, and if you need to turn back halfway there's a route that loops you right back to the parking lot. Go to this place and get some nature in
Absolutely beautiful and wonderfully unassuming. I went in expecting a small neighborhood park and ended up pleasantly surprised. Each turn along the trail revealed a new landscape.. lush greenery, peaceful paths, and vibrant flowers that made the hike feel like a hidden escape. Parking is available but can be limited during peak hours and weekends, so plan accordingly. Overall, it was a calming and scenic hike. I'll definitely be coming back.
Nice little loop trail. I've done this only once before & this time enjoyed a solo stroll with my bestie. For dog owners, beware of all the foxtails and check your pups up & down to make sure they don't embed into your dog's body. Parking is relatively small, and today I randomly woke up and decided to stop by to do the trail, and was surprised to see it completely packed with a long line of cars waiting for spots. I realized it's likely because it's Memorial Day & many people may be off from work. Lots of space, benches for stops along the way, some manageable incline, little shade.
Total hike is about 3 miles and takes about an hour and 20 minutes. I find it very similar to Runyan in length, strenuousness and how busy it gets. I still prefer Runyan but this can mix it up and it is better if you live in the Valley. Parking is really hard though, there is one small lot and street parking is prohibited. I'd recommend avoiding the weekend or ubering in, it's that bad. The first part is paved more of a steep uphill. It then changes to dirt and can get very dry and dusty in the summer months. At the top is Coldwater Canyon Park with the Tree People. There is a bathroom there which is a huge plus. I like all the views when going through Fryman. You are constantly looking at the Valley and I'm always in awe of how vast it is and how far you can see. The mountains are in view I'm not sure the name of the range but the ones that separate LA from Santa Clarita as well as the Verdugo Mountains. It's close to the Burbank airport so there are always planes coming in and out. On the way back down the trail goes through city streets or you can just go back the way you came. Iredell Street has the beginning of the Rainforest Trail goes up to a lookout on Mulholland. This is nice to make it a much longer hike but I think most people stick to the loop.
This hike is great, be prepared for long wait time for parking spots. My tip is- take a Uber from and to and park down the street to save your time. It's was kind of short hike but you can see a nice view.
Decided to do a hike with different views and less busy. Easy parking with chargers for EV. There are restrooms at the parking lot and also towards the top of the hike. There's also water for your furbabies at the top. Lots of places to sit and enjoy the views. The hike is about halfway paved and halfway dirt pathway. Would recommend!
This is one of the most popular hiking trails in Los Angeles. I have been living here for years and finally made my way over on a beautiful Sunday afternoon with my daughter. We got there around 3:00pm and the parking lot was packed. That didn't discourage us since we managed to find parking on the street. I wasn't exactly sure where the entrance to the trail was so we followed some other hikers and headed up a steep hill through a residential area that was nice to pass through. Everyone was very friendly and confirmed that the trail was in fact at the top of the hill. We actually entered the trail at the opposite end but it's a big loop that took us back to our car without an issue. The views were spectacular and it was an excellent cardio workout. The trail was not too difficult and if you are a beginner hiker this should be easy. Just take your time and stop to catch your breath and enjoy the view! Definitely a great family outing any day of the week. Some others mentioned street parking and tickets. Make sure you read the signs. There is a parking lot but it fills up quickly. If you park on Laurel Canyon before you reach Fryman Canyon you should be okay. I plan on going here often. It's a really good workout.
Can't believe I haven't reviewed Fryman till now! Mixed feelings! I love the hike, pretty easy, shady spots, beautiful views, nice nature, great wildflowers in the spring, blue birds, hawks. Just 1-2 snakes sightings in many years I have been hiking here! Pomegranate trees! Cons: The recent fees to park in their lot! It makes nature inaccessible for some folks. $7 for 2 hrs and $14 for 4 !!! Too much and have to watch the time, defeats the purpose of relaxation! They say is for safety? The trail is very safe! And cleaning! Well, the restrooms still smell and are very dirty! Unhappy w. this new change! Not the best timing to get slammed w. more fees. It is pretty crowded, some folks aren't very considerate: play loud music, don't pick up after their dogs, don't keep them on a leash. So mixed feelings. Close by trail, great views, crowded, not happy with the latest changes! read more
3 months ago
There are so many trails here for different experience levels. It really feels like a mini social hub for nature and hiking enthusiasts sometimes. I also love how family and dog friendly this area is. The highlight for me is all the rewilding and nature conservation work they're doing here. read more
5 months ago
As many of you know I do exercise regularly. I do like to go hiking, but occasionally. I have been to this Fryman Canyon Park twice before when my son was like 12 years old. We came with one of his friends. I was chaperoning. Back then things were a little different as they are now. I was a lot younger and when you have 2 teenagers with you, you focus more on them than on you. We all enjoyed our hike and found it pretty amusing, interesting, but there were moments that we had to stop, use the bathroom and pick up where we left off. This morning around 10:30am I went for a walk all by myself to clear my head. The sound of the birds, the beautiful trees, the flowers were just AMAZING in every way!! They have different trails that kind of takes you in different directions. I packed my self 2 sandwiches, a drink, and bottled water just in case I got thirsty/hungry. Took 20 minutes break, fully relaxed, and picked myself up and continued my walk/hike. Air was crisp, fresh, sun was shining bright, and thankfully nobody was smoking weed. There were a lot of couples walking their dogs, kids in strollers, and if you want to be in the arms of nature, this definitely is the most breathtaking, beautiful, gorgeous place to be!! I have been to other hiking trails, but I have to admit, this is by far one of my favorite places to go hiking. So green, serene, and FANTASTIC in every way! They have few parking entrances and some trails are more steep than others. Eventually when you go down, you end up in a residential area with beautiful homes and rich people living there. I was there for 2 hours and when I got home, I felt very refreshed, relaxed and peaceful. read more
This is the BEST park / hike in the valley!! We are constantly going back to Fryman Canyon!! Here are the highlights: my most favorite thing other than the experience itself is the easy peasy parking. Never have I had to wait more than 5 minutes for a parking spot. The parking lot is so organized & people are coming and going gradually. So for parking alone, it's a great park!! Next, I am always complimenting how Fryman Canyon is challenging but approachable! The hike itself takes around an hour & it has a good mix of uphill, non incline & rocky terrain that is fine to walk with regular sneakers. We see all different types of people (all different ages) on the hike all the time. The views at Fryman Canyon are beautiful! They're a good mix of nature and city. The sunset is always enchanting. We have seen pocket gophers here which are adorable! Fryman is a fabulous hike if you're looking for some approachable, uplifting exercise!! read more
So beautiful and great to hike and be in nature. Where the gps took me there was only about 9 parking spots that by 9am are all taken up. Map kind of confused us but we were able to somewhat figure it out. Great views and so many options of trails lol read more
Still my favorite hike in the valley! It has been a while since I visited here, and all of the work they have done to the trail is simply amazing. I love the picnic area by tree people and all of the newly planted trees and flowers. It's truly an oasis tucked away in the mountains. It's so peaceful. They still have the doggy water fountain, which always came in handy when I brought my dog. If you start from the parking lot, the first half of the trail is pretty steep, but a great workout. Overall I would say it's a moderate trail. Love the views of the valley throughout the hike. Trail is unpaved and has minimal shade. Dogs on leash only. Parking can be a bit of a nightmare, depending on when you go, so just be patient when you arrive. If you don't mind waiting a little bit, you can find a spot in the lot! read more
5/5 This hike is one of my favorites. I've done it many times solo and just enjoyed nature all while getting a great workout in. I like to go the direction that starts out going up an incline and ends by you walking through a neighborhood. The views are so amazing hiking all the way up. There are a couple of different places to stop on the trail where the awesome Tree People have put benches made out of trees that have fallen. At the halfway point there's a bench that overlooks a drop and you can see the valley in all its glory. It's so peaceful there. I've sat there many times praying, meditating, tired and not having to think, or just taking in nature in so many different forms in that space. I encourage anyone who wants to satiate their need for nature to go here and do this hike. People like to run it or walk it. There are lots of cute dogs, couples, friends catching up, and even sometimes whole families hiking together. The trail is clean, obvious, and if you need to turn back halfway there's a route that loops you right back to the parking lot. Go to this place and get some nature in read more
1 year ago
Absolutely beautiful and wonderfully unassuming. I went in expecting a small neighborhood park and ended up pleasantly surprised. Each turn along the trail revealed a new landscape.. lush greenery, peaceful paths, and vibrant flowers that made the hike feel like a hidden escape. Parking is available but can be limited during peak hours and weekends, so plan accordingly. Overall, it was a calming and scenic hike. I'll definitely be coming back. read more
6 months ago
Nice little loop trail. I've done this only once before & this time enjoyed a solo stroll with my bestie. For dog owners, beware of all the foxtails and check your pups up & down to make sure they don't embed into your dog's body. Parking is relatively small, and today I randomly woke up and decided to stop by to do the trail, and was surprised to see it completely packed with a long line of cars waiting for spots. I realized it's likely because it's Memorial Day & many people may be off from work. Lots of space, benches for stops along the way, some manageable incline, little shade. read more
Total hike is about 3 miles and takes about an hour and 20 minutes. I find it very similar to Runyan in length, strenuousness and how busy it gets. I still prefer Runyan but this can mix it up and it is better if you live in the Valley. Parking is really hard though, there is one small lot and street parking is prohibited. I'd recommend avoiding the weekend or ubering in, it's that bad. The first part is paved more of a steep uphill. It then changes to dirt and can get very dry and dusty in the summer months. At the top is Coldwater Canyon Park with the Tree People. There is a bathroom there which is a huge plus. I like all the views when going through Fryman. You are constantly looking at the Valley and I'm always in awe of how vast it is and how far you can see. The mountains are in view I'm not sure the name of the range but the ones that separate LA from Santa Clarita as well as the Verdugo Mountains. It's close to the Burbank airport so there are always planes coming in and out. On the way back down the trail goes through city streets or you can just go back the way you came. Iredell Street has the beginning of the Rainforest Trail goes up to a lookout on Mulholland. This is nice to make it a much longer hike but I think most people stick to the loop. read more
5 months ago
1 year ago
2 years ago
This hike is great, be prepared for long wait time for parking spots. My tip is- take a Uber from and to and park down the street to save your time. It's was kind of short hike but you can see a nice view. read more
Decided to do a hike with different views and less busy. Easy parking with chargers for EV. There are restrooms at the parking lot and also towards the top of the hike. There's also water for your furbabies at the top. Lots of places to sit and enjoy the views. The hike is about halfway paved and halfway dirt pathway. Would recommend! read more
This is one of the most popular hiking trails in Los Angeles. I have been living here for years and finally made my way over on a beautiful Sunday afternoon with my daughter. We got there around 3:00pm and the parking lot was packed. That didn't discourage us since we managed to find parking on the street. I wasn't exactly sure where the entrance to the trail was so we followed some other hikers and headed up a steep hill through a residential area that was nice to pass through. Everyone was very friendly and confirmed that the trail was in fact at the top of the hill. We actually entered the trail at the opposite end but it's a big loop that took us back to our car without an issue. The views were spectacular and it was an excellent cardio workout. The trail was not too difficult and if you are a beginner hiker this should be easy. Just take your time and stop to catch your breath and enjoy the view! Definitely a great family outing any day of the week. Some others mentioned street parking and tickets. Make sure you read the signs. There is a parking lot but it fills up quickly. If you park on Laurel Canyon before you reach Fryman Canyon you should be okay. I plan on going here often. It's a really good workout. read more
2 years ago
It is a short trail for me. I did a one loop. I like it though even if it is a short one. My whole body worked. It is steep going up but as you progress, it isn't bad. With the picturesque hills and the view of the valley, it is worth the hike. It is nice to go when the weather is just right. Busy hiking place. It takes time to find a parking space. read more
2 years ago
Ummmm, where to begin. This last weekend, my terrier Annie was bit and killed w/in the hr by a "Mojave green" rattlesnake on the Fryman trail. This is when of the most venomous snakes in the World, the bite creates instant paralysis. This type of snake is comparable to some of the most lethal cobras. And it's HERE hunting on one of the most populated hiking trails. And in one moment it can make yr life tragic and kill yr dearest fur friend. I'm NEVER returning as long as I live. It would be a nightmare to relive my pup slowly dying of suffocation in my arms from the venom in her 4.5 lb body, from the lethal rattlesnake bite on her lil face. I witnessed her eyes stop blinking, her head bob uncontrollably, her tongue just hang, her front legs become stiff, her softly crying. All as I ran down the mountain-side to reach the nearest vet. And snake vaccines don't even cover the Mojave rattlesnake bite. It used to be my Uber happy place. Now it's just a hell-ish Nightmare of the Dante's inferno variety. I've hike this trail thousands of times. So I know every path on the trail, wholly well. But a rattlesnake at dusk is life or death Russian Roulette. You have been WARNED. For Pete's sake, Stay safe and find a trail less infested with rattlesnakes. Save yr dogs life and yr own. read more
This was a cute local spot that my friend discovered ! We wanted to do a hike but didn't want to go too far, and wanted something a little more than a stroll. The trail itself is a loop (goes into residential areas in the end), but we went up to the top where there was a cute bench with a nice view, and went down the same way. It's also dog friendly and we met some really nice pups on the way down :) read more
The park, sharing the parking lot with Nancy Hoover Pohl Overlook at Fryman Canyon, with entrance on Mulholland Dr, may be a good place to get an hour of outdoor exercise, the loop on Betty B. Dearing Trail passes through Wilacre Park in Lower Fryman Canyon and Coldwater Canyon Park, about 450 feet of elevation gain, which covers a variety of surfaces, like dirt roads and residential streets, to create an easy urban hike away from the city. read more
1 year ago
6 years ago
I'm somewhat new to Fryman Canyon Park - it had been a while since I went up here. I appreciate hiking this past couple of times because, unlike Runyon Canyon, Fryman Canyon doesn't have the tourist/Hollywood vibe; it feels like you are away from the city life that I quite often need. Parking can be a little congested, but the wait isn't that long. The hike is approximately 50 minutes. It can be longer of you go off the main trail. If you've never gone, check it out, it's enjoyable, especially in the morning before the midday sun. Also, great views of the San Fernando Valley Enjoy Peace/Love read more
1 year ago
Pretty crowded but nice hike with great views! Came here on a Sunday at 11am, which was probably too late in the day because it was crowded! Lots of families with kids and dogs. The parking lot was completely full and immediate street parking said no parking although many people still parked there, including my friend who unfortunately got a ticket :( I turned down Laurel Canyon Road but there were no open spots. I was able to find street parking up a small street called Laurel Ln, and luckily did not get a ticket. The walk was pretty leisurely, maybe 3 miles and some change full circle. You can either start in the park and come back through the street or vice versa. It was very green, had great views and places to sit and take everything in. There's also a higher path you can take that is a bit less trafficked. Overall a nice, easy, family/dog friendly hike but parking is a pain in the butt as it gets crowded! DO NOT PARK on the street where signs say no parking even if a bunch of other cars are parked there, you will get a ticket! read more
3 years ago
Beautiful trail. I was never a hiker but fell in love with the smells, the sounds and the views when I decided to stop by the Tree People on Coldwater and take a walk for the first time after living in the neighborhood for years. A lovely way to start the day! read more
2 years ago
We arrived late morning on a Friday and the parking lot was just about full. I did see plenty of street parking available, if needed. Although the lot was full, the trail never felt crowded and all dogs were on a leash. Our first time exploring this trail and we'd say it's bike, family and pet friendly. This trail consists of a few different trails and we did the loop, about 2.5 miles total. We would say it's pretty easy and had a great incline at the beginning, something we both really enjoy with our hikes. The trail is a combination between gravel and pavement, it is very clean and maintained. The views are pretty over the city and there are places to sit, if needed. Restrooms at the trailhead were clean, trash cans found throughout the trail were available and a drinking fountain was also available with a dog bowl. No worries about getting lost, clearly marked signs were visible throughout. Don't forget to wear sunscreen, a hat and bring plenty of water. We definitely recommend this trail for more of a nature walk feeling versus one looking for a strenuous hike. Overall, very relaxing and we would come here again for a nice stroll. Enjoy! read more
4 years ago
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8401 Mulholland Dr
Studio City, CA 91604
Hollywood Hills West
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Is there a Lost & Found, or who can be contacted re misplaced items on the trail?
no lost and found
Is it closed right now during the coronavirus?
Yes, it's currently closed until further notice.
Is this a very steep hike? I am terribly afraid of heights but really want to take long nature walks/ very very low incline hikes. Any recs would be VERY appreciated:)
There are various trails on this specific hike, and yes segments of it are steep and up a mountain-side. Griffith Park has portions of the hike which are just ground level and long-winded.
Is it crowded on Sundays?
Just like other LA hiking trails this one gets busy and has limited parking. I'd go at sunrise if you can.
Is this good for strollers? Thanks in advance :)
No, some parts are steep and the ground is uneven in some areas. I did do this hike with an ergobaby which was manageable when my son was 25 lbs
