Walking may not be a part of everyday life for the average Angeleno, but our city is nonetheless full of fantastic places to explore on foot. Our team of experts is constantly researching the best for you and talking with the people and companies that keep our sidewalks vibrant. Whether you’re looking for the best route up the most scenic stairs or a group of other walkers to hit the sidewalk with, we’ve got you covered, one step at a time.
—Alyssa Bereznak, Wellness Editor
Plan your next walk to Los Angeles’ many Little Free Libraries, outposts found everywhere from Studio City to Pasadena that let you pick up and/or leave a book.
Los Angeles County is full of stairways offering stunning ocean views. Here are some of our favorites.
Los Angeles County is full of stairways offering stunning ocean views. Here are some of our favorites.
Driving to the beach can be a pain. Here are 7 inland gems with bodies of water that make for refreshing outdoor excursions.
It can be difficult to create new routines, but treating yourself to a nice cup of coffee, tea, or juice can be a great motivator to keep a walking habit on track.
Nine breezy walks around Los Angeles that will help you appreciate the city’s magnificent bridge architecture and rich local history.
Since Los Angeles’ first sushi bar opened in the 1960s, food has been a mainstay of Little Tokyo.
When she moved to Los Angeles, Monica Figueroa started LA Girls Who Walk for women who struggle to make friends and find healthy ways to go out.
Los Angeles is full of secret staircases. Here are the outdoor climbs that make great walking or running workouts (and offer scenic views).
A group of friends hiked the 25 miles of Sunset Boulevard in one day. It reminded them of the history of Los Angeles and their own experiences on the winding street.
Find yourself at these Los Angeles area mazes when you’re feeling overwhelmed or just want a calming, off-the-beaten-path experience.
Zachary Weathers and Brooke Palmieri hiked 50 miles in one day and discovered that Los Angeles is best explored by walking.
The Hollywood Bowl is a legendary concert venue, of course. But did you know that it’s also a large public park perfect for a daytime stroll?
These walking routes will help you explore the city and stay fit.
It’s an easy climb and very rewarding for those who like the view of the ocean.
This walk does not fall into the category of bucolic country walks, but it offers an unusual opportunity to get outside in the middle of urban sprawl.
What an improbable delight in the heart of industrial Torrance.
This 2-mile Pasadena jaunt takes you from the busy Rose Bowl loop to a quieter path.
The 2-mile course promises something rare in Los Angeles: a lake to savor
In the Studio City neighborhood, try this Fryman Canyon trail, once named the best running trail in the city.
