Active Girl
Griffith Park
Yosemite it’s not but Griffith Park has a lot to offer - especially in a city known more for its traffic than trees.
Since 1896 this park has remained the largest regional park with over 4,000 acres, creating room for everyone without ever seeming busy. With over 50 miles of trails for hiking or biking, being active is easy. But if your feet can’t take the heat, hop on a horse and go western or jump in the pool to cool off!
There’s plenty of lazy activities too, from visiting the 113-acre Los Angeles Zoo, the Autry Museum, the Merry Go Round or the Southern Railroad (just to name a few). Of course, sleeping under a tree is also a great way to spend time in this park. And if working out or under-working make you hungry but you forgot your picnic basket at home, not to worry. The Roosevelt Cafe has been serving up food for years; from sandwhiches to authentic bean burritos, they’ve got you covered.
One of the biggest draws, the Griffith Observatory, is closed for renovations until next spring (it’s the same spot where James Dean filmed his showdown scene in “Rebel Without a Cause.”). However, the award-winning picturesque 5,700 seat Greek Theatre, which has attracted some of the biggest names in entertainment, is still going strong, offering an intimate setting under the stars.
Next time a stop light or Louis bag drives you crazy, head Griffith Park and forget city living - if only for a day.
Griffith Park
4730 Crystal Springs Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Phone: (323) 913 4688
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