Griffith Observatory – Griffith Observatory loop from Roy E. Disney - Feature Animation Building

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Griffith Observatory – Griffith Observatory loop from Roy E. Disney - Feature Animation Building

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Griffith Observatory – Griffith Observatory loop from Roy E. Disney - Feature Animation Building

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17.7km

410m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 8.74 km for 204 m

Waypoints

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Parking

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Highlight • Viewpoint

Panoramic view of downtown LA and the San Gabriel Mountains.

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Griffith Observatory

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Griffith Observatory

Highlight • Monument

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Mount Hollywood Tunnel

Highlight • Structure

Also known as the Griffith Park Tunnel. It may be a short tunnel but it has been used as a location for a number of movies including Who Framed Roger Rabbit, WarGames and Back to the Future 2.

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End point

Parking

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