Los Angeles, United States

Parks & nature in Los Angeles

5 places, ranked by traveler reviews. Green escapes in Los Angeles, parks, gardens and natural spots to catch your breath.

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What is the best-known of the parks & nature in Los Angeles?

Runyon Canyon Park is the most reviewed, with 1,245 traveler reviews and a 4.5 rating. That makes it the safe choice if you are only fitting in one.

Which of Los Angeles's parks & nature is worth going out of your way for?

Grand Park rates highest at 4.3 out of 5 across 99 reviews. Smaller crowds than the headline entry usually explain the gap.

How is this list of parks & nature ranked?

By how many travelers reviewed each place, filtered to those rated well enough to be worth your time. No one pays to appear on it, and the order is refreshed monthly as new reviews land.

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