Hollywood Sign Run
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Hollywood Sign Run
The Hollywood Sign Run is a set of trail running and hiking events held in Griffith Park, Los Angeles on 01/24/2027. The start area is on a fire road just north of the Old Zoo. Courses use local trails and views of park landmarks.
Distances:
- 8 Miles (out-and-back to the Hollywood Sign Viewpoint)
- 8K
- 5K
- 2.2K Kid Run
The 8 Mile course follows an out-and-back route that turns around at the Hollywood Sign Viewpoint and passes views of the Griffith Observatory and Downtown Los Angeles. The 8K runs to Mt. Hollywood Drive with views that include Glendale, the Los Angeles River, DreamWorks studios, and the Disney campus. The 5K runs to the top of Bill Eckert and does not feature views of the Hollywood Sign, Observatory, or Downtown Los Angeles. The 2.2K kid event is a double loop around the Old Zoo.
Courses are marked and supported. The 8 Mile course has four aid stations, the 8K has two aid stations with water and electrolytes, and the 5K has one aid station with water and electrolytes. Event services include chip timing, medical staff, volunteer support, gear check, finish line refreshments, finisher medals, gender-specific short sleeve event shirts with a guaranteed size deadline of January 5, awards for overall and age grade winners, sponsor prizes, and free photos for the 8 Mile course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
