Lake Hollywood Park

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Grassy hillside park offering panoramic views of the Hollywood Sign, walking paths, and a relaxed setting for picnics and dog-friendly outings.

General Information

Hours:
Open daily: Sunrise to Sunset
No restrooms available on site
Water fountains available
Fees:
Free admission
Street parking available; arrive early to secure a spot
Pet Policy:
Dogs allowed; no off-leash areas and rangers enforce leash rules
Seasons:
Best visited in late spring and early autumn for pleasant weather and fewer crowds
Location:
3160 Canyon Lake Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90068
Website:
lakehollywoodpark.com

How to Get There

Drive north on US-101, exit at Barham Blvd, turn right onto Lake Hollywood Drive, then left onto Canyon Lake Drive; park entrance is on the right.

Overview

Lake Hollywood Park surrounds the Hollywood Reservoir in the Hollywood Hills, with a flat 3.5-mile paved loop popular for walking and jogging and famous views of the Hollywood Sign. The reservoir was created by Mulholland Dam in 1924 and is operated by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power.

This article uses material from the Wikipedia article "Hollywood Reservoir", which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0

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