When it comes to fantastic hiking trails, Southern California has an abundance of destinations where you can get outside and explore nature all year long. One of SoCal’s gems is a heavenly trail that leads to an iconic destination that everyone knows and loves — the Griffith Park Observatory. You may have visited this gem before, but have you ever hiked to it? Here’s a closer look at what you can expect along the trail.
When you're looking for a refreshing hike that will take you to one of SoCal's most iconic destinations, you'll want to head to Griffith Park.
Although there are many hikes to enjoy throughout Griffith Park, the Ferndell Trail will treat you to storybook surroundings that will take your breath away.
Although a good portion of the hike is in a lush and shaded setting, this trail is full of variety and will soon take you from an enchanted forest to a wide open trail with epic city views.
As beautiful as the hike has been up to this point, the real jaw-dropper is when you spot the Griffith Observatory from around the bend. It's like it pops out of nowhere. And it's beyond stunning.
Although this hike is only 2.5 miles, you'll definitely get a nice workout as there is a bit of an incline as you head toward the observatory. But believe us, it's worth it!
Make sure to visit the Griffith Park Observatory while you're here. What a great way to reward yourself after a hike! The observatory is open from 12 p.m. -10 p.m. weekdays and 10 p.m. -10 p.m. weekends. And best of all, admission to the observatory is completely free.
What do you think of this stunning hiking trail in Southern California? If you enjoy exploring the great outdoors, you may also like these 11 fantastic hikes in SoCal that are under three miles. It’s a great way to experience the beauty of Southern California without breaking much of a sweat.
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