
Desiderio Park
One of the most Instagrammable parks in LA – cinematically sandwiched between the world…

Frogtown
A progressive, pocket-community 2 miles east of Silver Lake, where socially conscious hipsters and…

Fryman Canyon
A pulse-pumping, power walk through nature – looping up and around the foothills of Studio City.

Rustic Canyon Recreation Center
The best park in West LA – in terms of ambiance, amenities, cleanliness, climate, and crowd.

The Langham Pasadena Hotel
One of the most gorgeous hotels in Southern California, located just 15 minutes east of…

Crestwood Hills Park
Did you know there’s a secret, celebrity park up in the hills of high-class Brentwood? A charming hidden…

Descanso Gardens
One of the most beautiful places in Southern California – an oasis of beauty and peace located…

The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
An award-winning, little-known zoo just east of Palm Springs in California’s Coachella Valley. Just a few…

Royal Palms Beach
Did you know there was a beachfront hot springs resort below the bluffs of San Pedro? In the early…

Vermont Canyon Play Area
A fantastic, fenced-in playground offering children & parents a well-shaded play area with an…

Stough Canyon
Panoramic, Valley-views atop this manageable, “two-bench” Burbank hike. The first bench – the lower…

Cedar Grove
A mystical, micro-forest attracts Hollywood hikers & families to come explore its unexpected…

Rosie’s Dog Beach
Ever wanted to bring your dog to the beach? Toss tennis balls into the ocean watching your pooch…

Amir’s Garden
High atop Griffith Park, overlooking Glendale, Burbank, and beyond, a secret hillside garden gives…

Vasquez Rocks
This place is incredible! Just 30 minutes outside of LA, wild rock formations welcome visitors of all…