Hollywood Sign
Iconic landmark and symbol of the entertainment industry overlooking Hollywood, Los Angeles.
We hiked behind the sign as a family (at that time an unofficial path began off Beachwood Drive). It's a memorable LA experience! The hike is a challenging walk due to the heat and grade, but still doable with young kids because the beaten path up the mountain is relatively wide and accessible to *sturdy* jogging strollers. If with kids, too, better to start early in the cooler morning.
I like the view of the sign from Griffith Park. The hike up to the Griffith Observatory was more grueling than I expected, but it's pretty short, and the views of the sign are great! I parked by the Ferndell hiking trail entrance, and just kept hiking up hill till I got to the observatory!
For those who do not know the history, The Hollywood sign started as an outdoor ad campaign for a housing development. Today, it has become a symbol of the movie and entertainment industry. It sits in the hills overlooking Los Angeles. There are hiking trails to see it up close and personal, or from a far still capturing that awesome photo-op. The other option is go to the Griffith Observatory which may be a better option for younger kids.
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