9 Hollywood Sign Hikes That'll Take Your Breath Away

2. Griffith Park 10 Peaks Challenge

Location: Merry Go Round Lot Two, Los Angeles, CA 90027Hike Difficulty: ModerateDistance: 10.3 milesElevation: 2520 ftDuration of the Hike: 5hrs 36minRoute: Loop

As Los Angeles’ largest historic landmark and one of the biggest municipal parks on the entire continent, Griffith Park has a lot to offer. The entirety of the park covers over 4,500 acres, encompassing 53 miles of hiking trails. With opening hours stretching between 5 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., you’ll have ample time to take this Griffith observatory hike and experience the open natural areas as well.

On this moderately challenging trail, you’ll be able to work-in that exercise you were craving throughout the week. Pack some water, put on a cap, and keep an eye out for the local wildlife—which includes quail, deer, rodents, and rattlesnakes—as you check out some of the best hiking trails in L.A.

3. Griffith Park Old Zoo Loop

Location: Fire Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90027Parking Availability: 3 available parking spotsHike Difficulty: EasyDistance: 2.5 milesElevation: 390.4 ftDuration of the Hike: 1hr 7minRoute: Loop

The now-abandoned zoo serves as one of the coolest and one of the least talked about Griffith Park trails. While the approximately 2.5-mile loop is not as lively today, it was once the bustling site of the original L.A. Zoo. After the zoo moved to its current location, the old spot was taken over by Griffith Park and spruced up with quaint picnic tables and shrubbery. While it is easy to miss, the zoo’s enclosures are hidden in plain sight, just beyond the Griffith Park merry-go-round.

Once you arrive at Griffith Park, follow the signs to the merry-go-round parking lot. From here, look for the gated road with a dirt path just beyond it and discover the wilderness is fun in L.A., too. Though this road is closed to vehicles, the hiking trails are open to pedestrians; so, trek on, taking the right trail at the fork. The pathway weaves around and eventually, brings you to cages and enclosures that once held furry friends, both large and small. After climbing around the exhibits, end this Hollywood hike as you continue following the route to find yourself back at the merry-go-round.

4. Bronson Caves

Location: Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles, CA 90068 Parking: Free parking at "Camp Hollywoodland"Hike Difficulty: EasyDistance: 0.62 milesElevation: 75.5 ftDuration of the Hike: 15 minRoute: Out and backDogs: Allowed on leash

The Bronson Caves, also known as Bronson Canyon, is a section of Griffith Park that was formerly home to the Union Rock Company quarry. Hike to the Hollywood sign on quarry dug caves and crushed rocks, which were used in the creation of city streets during the 1910s and 1920s. However, the land was renamed the Bronson Caves, thanks to a neighboring street, soon after the quarry was abandoned.

While the history is enough to draw some geology fanatics to this California cavern, most visitors are more interested in the site’s film career—specifically its role as the Batcave in the 1960s Batman series. The half-mile route to the caves is easy and can be considered a walking path rather than a hiking trail. Three lengthier pathways lead past the caves, providing plenty of opportunities for those wanting to continue with a more demanding trek.