If you’ve tried to google “How to get to the Hollywood Sign” recently, then you know Google tries to send you to Griffith Observatory. This is not the way! The main entrance to the Hollywood Sign was closed because a small group of neighbors grew tired of the tourists. Bummer! But that doesn’t mean you …

While Griffiths Observatory is closed, you can still hike to the top and take in a great sunset. The park is very dog friendly, but note as soon as sunset hits, you will hear coyotes. Always keep your dogs on a leash when in the park. Many animals live in the park and your dog …

Walking around Lake Hollywood is fun, but you can’t take your dog or any pets around the reservoir itself – mainly because of snakes. But the walk around the top of the park is beautiful. Here are the directions: At Franklin and Beachwood – head north on Beachwood Drive and turn LEFT on WINANS. Cross …