Franklin Canyon Ranch trail

Unwind at the end of the work week. Lets hike an accessible trail in the heart of the city.

Directions: From West Los Angeles, head north on Beverly Drive following signs to Coldwater Canyon. Turn left on Coldwater/Beverly Drive, and turn left again on Beverly Drive, at Fire Station No. 2. The third right is Franklin Canyon Drive. Continue through the residential area to park entrance. At the intersection of Franklin Canyon Drive and Lake Drive turn right to go to Franklin Canyon Ranch site.

We will take the Hastian trial from the Franklin canyon ranch site. Park at the first parking lot south of the junction of Beverly Canyon Dr. and Lake.

http://www.lamountains.com/maps/franklinCanyon.pdf

Hastain Trail: 2.3 miles round trip, moderate to strenuous—Rising steadily on a fire road through a chaparral covered slope, you will arrive at an overlook offering views of the lower canyon, west Los Angeles and, on a clear day, the Pacific Ocean. From there, the trail drops down to a single track trail to the lawn at the Ranch Area next to the old Doheny house.