Los Angeles · HIKING & TREKKING
The canyons start where the streets stop, so the trailheads are closer than they look. These 15 compare the Griffith Park routes, the Malibu ranch walks and the desert trails on distance, gradient and what time to start.
Hike to the front and back of the Hollywood Sign with a local guide, big Los Angeles views, photo help, and free street parking.
“Our tour guide Noel was absolutely amazing. She was very informative and a pleasure to hike with. She really knows her history. The hike was outstanding from beginning to end.”
Hike Griffith Park to the Observatory for Hollywood history, sweeping LA views, and memorable shots of the Hollywood Sign with a local guide.
“I wasn’t sure whether to book a hiking tour or to use a trails app to do a solo hike. But I’m so glad we did it as part of a tour, we had Sarah as our tour guide and she made us feel safe and gave us so much interesting information and also tips on our visit in LA. If you’re unsure on booking a group hike or going by yourself, book this tour! Thank you Sarah!”
Hike to both sides of the Hollywood Sign with a local guide, city views, photo stops, Hollywood stories, water, and parking included.
“I found this place to be very nice, and I was happy to visit. More importantly, Katie was an excellent tour guide—charming and helpful at every moment during our tour. She assisted me with my carry-on bags and even put them in her car. Was that a nice gesture? Yes, it was! On top of that, she is also a professional photographer, and I absolutely love the pictures she took of me!”
Hike Malibu vineyards, Chumash cave paintings, native oaks, and an organic garden, then take home two cans of wine.
“We had a beautiful day together on the vineyard hike. Our guide “Tug” was awesome! He made our experience extra special and fun! He was very friendly and funny and also patient and polite as well as super knowledgeable and informative. We had a blast!! It was a great day!! Thank you Tug! And thank you MGVH!”
Review of LA’s $19 Hollywood sunset walk and Runyon Canyon hike, with movie landmarks, city views, guide Scott, and rescue pup Blue.
“A sunset hike from the Hollywood Walk of Fame, TCL Chinese Theater, and Roosevelt Hotel to Runyon Canyon. Hiking through the Hollywood Hills for views of the Hollywood sign, Griffith Park, and the LA Skyline. As the sun set and day transitioned to night, one can’t help but be in awe of the beauty of the Hollywood Hills and the valley below. Scott led the walk to Runyan Canyon and provided interesting narrative along the way to Runyan Canyon. His furry friend “Blue” joined us. Scott said he often sees celebrities walking their dog in the park.”
Bike through Palm Springs neighborhoods to Indian Canyons, then walk beside a stream in a palm oasis with a local guide.
“It was even better than I expected. A beautiful tour with an awesome guide. Would highly recommend. Get the e-bike. Will definitely help with the fairly steep grade into the oasis.”
Review of a private, customizable Joshua Tree hike with naturalist guides, quiet trails, rock scrambling, park insight, and practical booking tips.
“We had a fantastic half day in Joshua Tree with Sarah. We are a family of 4, Sarah called a couple of days before to ask about what we wanted to see and fitness levels and planned the day around that. We scrambled over rocks and hiked off the beaten track and it was fantastic. Sarah shared so much information about the desert, which was super interesting and kept both the adults and a 10 and 11 year old engaged for 4.5 hours. We had a great morning and highly recommend this experience.”
Hike from Los Feliz to Griffith Observatory for Hollywood Sign views, film history, Art Deco architecture, and an expert private guide.
“Paul was excellent and very knowledgeable about the area we were hiking. He was Very patient with me as a new hiker with lymphedema! I would only do this trip again if Paul was our guide!”
Hike quiet Palm Springs trails to desert viewpoints and a palm oasis with local guide Carlos, snacks, water, and Cahuilla plant lore.
“It turned out I was fit enough for only half the hike. Luckily I was the only client, so thete wasn't an issue cutting it short. Carlos was kind enough to find another shorter, flatter walk for me.”
Review the $39 Griffith Park hike to the Hollywood Sign and Observatory, with Los Feliz homes, city views, guide tips, and fitness advice.
“We were Lost to the destination and the tour guy Chris , waited for us patiently to get to the destination, that was very nice of him. Thank you Chris”
Hike South Lykken Trail before dawn, watch sunrise over Indian Canyons, and join a grounding meditation with guide Timothy in Palm Springs.
“Timothy is an accomplished “spiritual guide”. He has not only been practicing meditation since childhood but his own life experiences have enhanced to talk about “metaphors of life”. He was very supportive of need for physical and “mental” needs as I navigated the hike with some trepidation. You feel the beauty, warmth and comfort as well as the challenge of a sunrise hike with vigor and mental peace.”
Hike Malibu wine country on a 2.5-mile ranch loop with Chumash cave art, animals, photo stops, vineyard views, and two wine cans.
“This activity exceeded our expectations! Our guide Mitch was super informative and fun as he took us around the sights of Saddlerock Ranch. Halfway through, we were able to try some frose to cool off and did the remainder of the hike with a can of wine. We ended the hike with another option to try an additional can of wine. Highly recommend!”
Explore Indian Canyons by jeep and on foot, with Cahuilla history, palm oases, an easy creekside hike, and a small group of seven.
“Great tour and hike. We especially liked our guide, Daryl.”
Spend 6 to 9 flexible hours hiking Joshua Tree with a private guide, custom routes, water, rock scrambling, and quiet backcountry views.
“This hike was very personalized, informative, and allowed us to learn more about the wonders, and hazards, that Joshua Tree National Park has to offer. Our guide, Sarah, was very attentive to our needs and expectations of this guided hike and provided us with an exceptional tour of an area of the park we would not have experienced without her expertise.”
Walk the LA River, old Red Car tracks, and Echo Park stairs on a small-group tour packed with history, views, and local insight.
“I highly recommend this tour! Chris was awesome. So knowledgeable. Our group loved learning the history of LA River snd all the cool facts about some of the surrounding areas.”
Pick a coastline, a canyon or a back lot.
