Griffith Park Trail Marathon

Los Feliz, United States • 1 Nov 2025

The Griffith Park Trail Marathon is a scenic trail running event held in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, starting at the Merry-Go-Round Lot 1. The marathon features an out-and-back course that includes a mix of beautiful single-track trails and double-track fire roads, with a highlight being the summit of the Hollywood Sign. Runners have up to 9 hours to complete the course, with multiple aid stations providing water and full support along the route. The event offers various distances including a 50k, 30k, half marathon, and 10k. Griffith Park's proximity to Los Angeles and its iconic landmarks adds to the race's unique atmosphere. 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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