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Bee Rock and Old Zoo in Griffith Park

Overview

Bee Rock juts above the western mountainside of Griffith Park . The sandstone outcrop is pocked with holes, and with the shape, it looks a bit like a beehive. This is a short hike with over 600 ft of total vertical gain, and a fascinating swing through the Old Los Angeles Zoo . Trail Details Distance : 2.4 miles Time : ~1 hours Difficulty : Moderate Elevation gain : 694 ft Dogs : Yes, on leash When to go : Year-round While the old zoo has been replaced, many of the pens, exhibits and cages still exist, providing an interesting history lesson on what a zoo used to look like.

Trail Stats

Duration
1.0 hr
Length
3.8 km
Elevation Gain
212 m
High Point
260 m
Low Point
160 m
Grade
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Bee Rock and Old Zoo in Griffith Park
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Turn left and follow the trail along the fence
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Bear right at this junction
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Sharp left
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Bee Rock and Old Zoo in Griffith Park
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As you quickly climb, you're rewarded with a view.
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It looks like a bee hive -- if you squint and use your imagination.
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