Griffith Park Trail Marathon

Los Feliz, United States • 1 Nov 2025

The Griffith Park Trail Marathon is an annual trail running event held in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, featuring multiple race distances including a marathon, 50K, 30K, half marathon, and 10K. The marathon course is an out-and-back route showcasing a mix of scenic single-track trails and double-track fire roads, with a highlight being the ascent to the summit of the iconic Hollywood Sign. Runners have up to 9 hours to complete the marathon, with several aid stations providing water and full support along the course. The event offers a challenging yet picturesque experience in one of LA’s most famous parks, attracting trail runners of various levels. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
26 mi
Marathon
30 km
30k
13 mi
Half-Marathon
10 km
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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