Best places: Scenic spots in Los Angeles, United States

A steep, short hike leads to this unique, lone-standing tree & sweeping views of Los Angeles.

Trails lead to picnic areas, grassy fields, a pond/waterfall, city view overlooks & a playground.

👍👍 Go during weekdays when parking is allowed on ledgewood dr. There are signs at the bottom of the hill that say the road is closed but you can drive almost all the way up to the viewpoint for the sign. Once at the top of ledgewood park where the signage says parking is allowed and don't take your car...

Landmark scenic overlook built in 1984, offering unobstructed views of Los Angeles & the mountains.

This sizable tract of urban wildland features a large network of trails & dramatic views.

This park provides hiking paths through wooded areas & coastal sage scrub & expansive valley views.

👍👍 I've been coming here since I was a kid and we would grab burgers to eat in the car while watching the boats go by. Great place to walk or just unwind.

Parkway viewpoint with valley vistas, canyon trail access, an information board & parking lot.

Hillside spot provides telescopes & views of downtown, the Hollywood Sign & the ocean on clear days.

Scenic former missile launch site with a radar tower plus hiking, biking & horseback riding trails.

The city stretches into the distance beneath you at this famous roadside viewpoint.

👍👍 I started at the parking next to GreenLeaf Canyon, then headed up to Eagle Rock. It took my 4 hours in total to go back and fourth but it was all worth it. The drive going to Topanga State Park left me speech as it was driving around the mountain as you got higher you got to see the whole city aroun...

This expansive tract of chaparral features canyons & hills for hikers, bikers & horseback riders.

👍👍 Famous Venice Beach boardwalk. Full of tourists and very loud with music of the stores. If you like the smell of weed, you will love it. Avoid the public restrooms and only go if not possible otherwise.

👍👍 Cleaner than when I lived in the area 8 years ago, and once all the construction is done I'm sure it will be even better. I do miss the old Ports O Call but progress is always better than stagnation.

👍👍 Nice place to watch the sunset and see the views of The Valley.

👍👍 Beautiful view of the San Fernando Valley

👍👍 My husband I enjoyed the river walk immensely and the park was beautiful as well. We will be returning for another visit.

Hikers & picnickers frequent this rugged open space with multiple trails & scenic views.

👍👍 Such a great place to spend time with your kids. Safe area with unobstructed view of landing and taking off planes and helicopters