Firebreak Trail to Griffith Observatory

We ended up going to the park after many unsuccessful attempts to visit the Observatory . We drove in circles for hours. Eventually we decided to visit the park. My granddaughter was elated. We didn't attempt the trails.

It's definitely a good little hike from the bottom of the trail up to the observatory. We did it late in the afternoon so hiking back down at sunset you'll need your phone light on. Park for free and hike on up! Enjoy the view at the top!

A beautiful hike! A must for all -especially tourist! But don’t let it fool you ! From the bottom, you see the observatory so close but it is. It.. although is only 1.7 miles but it is very step! Some are angle about 70-90 angles! So be sure to wear comfortable shoe snd definitely no high heels for the ladies!!

Easy hike, I decided to start at the Trails cafe and go to the Hollywood sign view point and go back by the Hollywood reservoir. 3 hours overall, saw a fox, deers, colorful birds, passed the Sunset Ranch, no restrooms on the way, only one water fountain. The entire trail is bike friendly and dog friendly.

Started at Ferndell. And parked on Ferndell Dr. The trail was flat and easy, but it was mostly uphill getting to the observatory, which was a little tiring, but totally doable. Dogs are welcomed. Very busy on weekends. Beautiful views on the way. So green 😍 Parking wasn’t too hard to find.