Captain's Roost
8.8 • Hiking area
Wide, soft trails wind through palm trees and climb steeply to a phenomenal view of the Hollywood sign. The hike demands some physical effort and offers open, unshaded paths, making early starts advisable. Trails suit families and groups, combining natural interest with accessible terrain.
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Good to know
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There is a water bottle filling station by the bathrooms outside.
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There are bathrooms at the street level trailheads and outside the observatory.
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You should wear a hat and sunscreen, and bring water with electrolytes.
2715 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, California, United States
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