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Daytime

Cahuenga Peak Daytime Hike

Start early to beat the heat and the crowds at LA’s highest point in Griffith Park.

Best time: noneAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 08:00

    Cahuenga Peak

    Hike to the summit of Cahuenga Peak. Arriving at 08:00 ensures you have the quietest morning hours for the 360-degree panorama of the Los Angeles Basin and San Fernando Valley.

  2. 09:00

    Good Neighbor

    Walk to Good Neighbor for lunch. This restaurant is open Tu-Su 07:00-14:00, making it a perfect fit for an early start. Enjoy a meal before the afternoon rush.

  3. 09:30

    Cahuenga Peak

    Return to Cahuenga Peak or stay in the vicinity for a final look at the views while the light is still bright and clear.

Local tip

Good Neighbor is only open Tuesday through Sunday before 14:00, so plan your visit within those hours.

Check before you go

  • Good Neighbor: Tu-Su 07:00-14:00

Worth knowing

  • Good Neighbor is open at 09:00 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su

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