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Q: Where can I call for information about Los
Angeles Parks?
A: You may call (323) 913-4688 for
a touch-tone menu selection regarding Los Angeles parks.
Q: Where can I rent horses in Griffith Park?
A: The Department of Recreation and
Parks does not provide horse rentals, however, horses may
be rented at local stables in the area. Some stables include:
Bar S. Stables
1850 Riverside Dr.
Glendale, CA 91201
(818) 242-8443 |
L.A. Equestrian Center
480 Riverside Drive
Burbank, CA
(818) 840-8401 |
J.P. Stables
1914 Mariposa St.
Burbank, CA 91506
(818) 843-9890 |
Sunset Stables
3400 N. Beachwood Drive
Hollywood, CA
(323) 464-9612 |
This information is provided as a courtesy to Griffith Park
patrons and is subject to change without notice. Most locations
require a driver's license, and take cash only.
Q: What kind of activities can I do in Griffith
Park?
A: Griffith Park has 4,218 acres of natural area
and is the largest municipally-owned and operated park in
the world. This facility offers 28 tennis courts, numerous
picnic and sports areas and 53 miles hiking and equestrian
trails. In addition, the park contains the Griffith Observatory,
Greek Theatre, Travel Town, Los Angeles Zoo, Gene Autry Museum,
Pony and Train rides, and three golf courses including a driving
range.
Q: Where can I find out about special events
in Griffith Park?
A: The Communications Center provides general
park information, trail maps, and information regarding upcoming
special events. You may contact the Communications Center
at (323) 913-7390.
Q: What time do the parks close?
A: Los Angeles parks are generally open for
public use from 5:00 a.m. until 10:30 p.m., although some
parks close at sunset.
Q: Is Griffith Park the only city park with activities?
A: The City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation
and Parks has approximately four hundred parks and recreation
facilities. Each facility is unique and has many activities
to offer that vary depending on its location. Please contact
the recreation director of the facility you are interested
in for further information on activities offered.
Q: Can I let my dog run off leash in the parks?
A: The Department of Recreation and Parks provides
the public with dog off-leash areas throughout the city.
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LAUREL CANYON PARK
8260 Mulholland Drive
Studio City, CA 90046
Phone: (818) 769-4415
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3 acres off-leash
Small fenced children's play area
Parking for 35 cars
Public phones available Open daily - sunrise to 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. |
SILVERLAKE DOG PARK
1850 W. Silver Lake Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90026
Phone: (323) 644-3946 |
1.25 acres off-leash
Street parking only
Public phones available
Open daily 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. |
RUNYON CANYON PARK
2000 N. Fuller
Los Angeles, CA 90046
Phone: (323) 666-5046
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160 acre park
90 acres off-leash
Park is on a steep hill with trails
Children's park (at Fuller side)
*No dogs allowed in the children's play area
Two entrances: Fuller and Mulholland Limited street parking on Fuller, Dirt parking available on Mulholland (the entrance is west of Outpost Dr.)
Open daily - sunrise to sunset |
WESTMINSTER DOG PARK
1234 Pacific Ave.
Venice, CA 90291
Phone: (310) 396-1615 |
0.8 acres off-leash
Area of small dogs, 50 feet x 25 feet
Limited parking
Open daily - 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
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SEPULVEDA BASIN OFF-LEASH DOG PARK
17550 Victory Blvd.
Encino, CA 91316
Phone: (818) 756-8190 |
5 acres off-leash
0.5 acre small dog area
Parking for 100 cars
On-leash picnic area
Public phones available
Open daily - sunrise to sunset
(Except Fridays, 11 a.m. to sunset) |
GRIFFITH PARK DOG PARK
Located at North End of the John Ferraro Soccer Field on North Zoo Drive Los Angeles, CA 90027
Phone: (323) 913-4688 |
1.6 acres
Seperate area for small or timid dogs
Open sunrise to sunset |
All other parks and recreation facilities require that dogs be placed on leashes.
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