Bronson Caves. Griffith Park.

The Batcave. I've always wanted to see Bronson Caves in Bronson Canyon. It's the original Batcave from the 1960s series, Batman. Dozens of films and television series spotlight the notorious man made caves. You can still find film crews as well as photographers on set or near the site. I made a special trip last month to see Bronson Canyon. The trail was too short for my liking, but it was still a cross off my bucket list. On your way to Bronson Caves, you'll find a mini playground on your right hand side. Continue forward and you'll find a fire road heading South. Take the fire road up and around the corner until you reach your destination. The fire road usually has security patrolling the area, and it's possible to see wandering wildlife on the trail.

The road to the Batcave is about 1.5 miles roundtrip. The trail isn't as scenic as others, but you can view the iconic Hollywood Sign from the distance. Griffith park and Bronson Canyon trails are family and pet friendly. Feel free to take your children regardless of age up this trail. It's an easy, wide, even paved fire road accessible to all ages. It's also stroller friendly for all you new moms! You can walk inside the cave and take photos. The park is open from dawn until dusk. The caves are short with plenty of light to walk inside and out. If you plan on spending the day hiking LA, consider the Hollywood Sign first, but take a quick detour and start from Bronson Canyon. It's well worth the extra mile!

Bronson Canyon. Griffith Park.

3200 Canyon Dr.

Hollywood, CA 90068

Follow Me to the Moon & Back. Griffith Park Observatory.

See life under the stars, and take a walk inside. Start or end your day with a friend or a lover, and reward yourself with a look inside the Griffith Park Observatory. Admission into the Observatory is free, and the trail is a short 3 mile roundtrip hike; perfect for newbies! The roads are wide and even, with optional short cuts up the trail. You'll find yourself overlooking the city and rewarding yourself inside with a tour of our solar system. Once you get to the top, the view at sunset or sunrise is amazing. The city comes alive dancing under the colorful sky.

My favorite part of the hike is the view looking down at the city from the ledge of the Griffith Park Observatory. You can see more with view finders provided. Los Angeles, you're beautiful. You can trek, jog, or run up this trail depending on your level of fitness. I brought a friend, my phone, water, and my music. Up the trail we went at a steady pace, and down we came after pictures and a demonstration inside the Observatory. Consider having trail-therapy for your soul. Get out there, see the sights, and enjoy the view. 

You can reach the Griffith Park Observatory Trail by parking inside near the Fern Dell Nature Center (on Fern Dell Dr) off Los Feliz. You will  find and cross mini bridges leading to the main trail. There are numbers on each mini bridge you cross to guide and help locate where you entered, and where you parked. You'll see the long road up ahead for you to follow. Spend the day in LA trekking up this road and make it one to remember. Have fun and remember to take pictures. 

The trail up to the Griffith Park Observatory is family friendly. If you're an Angeleno, or looking to visit, consider venturing up this journey for light exercise, free entertainment, and family fun. 

Take the I-5 North towards Sacramento and exit Los Feliz. Turn left on Los Feliz and make a right into Griffith Park on Fern Dell Dr. 

Welcome to the Dena. Pasadena.

If you're ever in town, or live in the Dena, I highly recommend taking a break and stopping by Eaton Canyon on Altadena Dr. The Eaton Canyon Falls trail is a little under 4 miles roundtrip. The trail leading to the waterfall is gorgeous. You'll be crossing streams and hopping over stones along the way. You'll be entering the Angeles National Forest where the sights will make you want to stop and stare. Bring a camera! I'm conquering every mountain in LA, one step at a time. This hidden gem is by far one of my favorite hikes. 

I ventured to Eaton Canyon on Super Bowl XLVIII Sunday. I suspect the park wasn't as busy considering it was the Super Bowl. However, it was patrolled and there were more people out then I expected. The Eaton Canyon Falls trail is family & dog friendly. If you ever feel lost, there's plenty of foot traffic to stop and ask for directions. I parked at the Eaton Canyon nature Center and followed the trail until the road split. Go left and enjoy!

There were plenty of families and dog walkers on this trail. Feel free to bring your family, friends, pets and loved ones. Keep in mind that if you're child is under 4 years of age, they may need assistance crossing the stream and stepping over stones. 

You can reach Eaton Canyon Park and the Eaton Canyon Nature Center by taking the 134 E towards Pasadena. Merge onto the I-210 E. Take exit 28 toward Sierra Madre Bl, Altadena Dr. Turn left onto N Altadena Dr toward Eaton Canyon Natural Area. The park will be on your right hand side. 

The high life. Hollywood.

The Hollywood Sign. It's everywhere! It's even better in person. The Hollyridge Trail will take you up to amazing views overlooking the city and the infamous LA landmark. If you're a newbie hiker such as myself, the hike is a relatively easy uphill climb.

The path leading up to the sign is wide and paved evenly. There are alternate trails available for intermediate to advanced hikers. Along your journey, you may cross groups of men and women on horse back. There's a nearby trail that leads to a local horse ranch (Sunset Ranch), open to the public located near the entrance of the park.

The Hollyridge Trail is a 3 mile hike roundtrip. It takes less than an hour, depending on your pace, to see the enormous iconic sign. It's a short sweet trail that I'd recommend to tourists, Angelenos, and adventure seekers. Discover LA with this historical landmark, and see the city from a different point of view.

You can reach the Hollywood Sign by taking the 101 South coming from the Dodger Stadium, and exiting Franklin. Make a right on Franklin, and a left on Beachwood Drive. Head North on Beachwood Drive and travel all the way up until you reach the park. There are no other roads that will take you directly to Hollyridge Trail. Once you have reached your destination, you will see a parking lot on your right. If in the event the lot is full, take that extra step and make that booty sweat!