Hollywood Sign Run
Los Angeles, United States • 25 Jan 2026
Event overview
The Hollywood Sign Run | Hike is a trail running event in Griffith Park, Los Angeles on January 25, 2026. The start and finish are on the fire road just north of the Old Zoo picnic area. The event uses an out-and-back route to the Hollywood Sign Viewpoint and offers views of Downtown Los Angeles, the Griffith Observatory, Mt. Lee, and surrounding landmarks. The race is produced by OTG Events.
Courses and logistics
- 8M - out-and-back to the Hollywood Sign Viewpoint.
- 8K - includes a turnaround at Cathy’s Corner.
- 5K - Griffith Park trail course.
- 2.2K - kid run on trails.
Course terrain: the 8M is approximately 6 miles of trails and 2 miles of asphalt; the 8K is about 3.12 miles of trails and 1.9 miles of asphalt; the 5K is 3.12 miles of trails; the kid run is all trails. Aid stations are placed along each course; porta-potties are only at the start/finish. All participants receive a short sleeve event shirt (size guaranteed by a registration deadline), a finisher medal, and chip timing. Awards are given for overall and age-grade division winners; sponsors provide prizes for overall winners. Packet pickup is available at Fleet Feet Burbank (1516 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA) on the days before the race and at the Old Zoo base on race morning. Gear check is provided and unclaimed items are stored for 48 hours. Dogs are not allowed. Refunds are not offered; one-time transfers and one-time deferrals are permitted with advance notice. Race day registration is accepted with specified payment methods. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.