This spot is one of my favorite hikes. Each pathway is a different hiking level. I think the first entrance from the bottom is the hardest, then after that, it gets "easier." If you do not go all the way to the top, it will probably take less than an hour from start to finish. I would come here before and/or after work since it was so close. It is hardly busy and there's plenty of parking. There's a parking lot at the bottom and throughout the park. Also, picnic tables are scattered without having to hike. I have seen wild life here, so be mindful of your surroundings. And just FYI, there's a shooting range in the park, so don't be too alarmed. read more

Came to this hike the other day and realized it was way harder than I remember but the views are pretty incredible! It's a great workout that's is not crowded at all. So if you're looking to be one with nature without all the shenanigans of LA and get a great workout in, this is the place for you! It also pretty amazing that there is always parking available! read more

Wildwood Canyon Park - Parks Near Me - Burbank, California

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One of my favorite parks to go to as you are able to enjoy a great workout as well as chill time with the family. I always enjoy a great bike ride or a run at this park. This is also amazing if you bring your dogs or children as they can enjoy as well. Definitely a must if you are in the area. read more

The hiking trails are great and they were challenging enough to make me feel like I was getting a good workout in. The trails were clean and there were off trails too which we didn't have time to venture. Nice views and there was plenty of parking. read more

There is plenty of free parking. Once you get to the end of the road there's a roundabout at the top (where the beginning of the trail is). This hike is pretty intense. It starts out with a constant slight incline with some turns. It gets really tough when you see the antenna and think you're almost there because it gets steep and winding. There is wildlife so be cautious. A very good hike that will definitely kick your butt. I'll be back. read more

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Killer hiking trails pretty clean and well groomed. Nice views of the city and surrounding areas. Easy family hike and some off trails for the more advanced. read more

Did the Vital Link Trail and going mostly uphill was tiring. Expect this to be challenging if you don't hike much. You need to wear good shoes so you don't slip. Some of the path is eroded and there's a lot of exposed rock and branches. The stream path is flatter so that's the easier option. I've seen hummingbirds in this area and heard woodpeckers. On the way near the start of the trail there are plenty of benches, parking, and restrooms. The signs say they close at sunset. read more

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If you come to walk here with your friends or family - shut up. Please for the love of the tiniest bit of nature outside of this overpopulated place just shut up. You're in a canyon. Your annoying voices are SO DAMN LOUD. Don't come here for peace and birds anymore. Now all you'll hear is some kid whining about hiking or some annoyingly over-talkative anthropomorphised ANXIETY person YAPPING ON AND ON ABOUT WHAT TIME THEY GOT THERE THAT MORNING OR WHERE THEY PARKED. And all manor of things people will yap loudly about that make you wonder, "did ANY of that need to be SAID OUTLOUD?!?!" Please. Shut up. Speak at a respectful whisper for fcks sake. read more

This area is open and accessible as of 5/20/20. Not to be confused with Wildwood Regional Park in Thousand Oaks (as one reviewer did). DIRECTIONS: Plugging "Wildwood Canyon Trailhead" into my GPS got me here without any issues. It's located right across from the DeBell golf course so you can always use that. Parking was easy as there were ample spots on the street as well as some delineated parking if you drive a bit further. The main hiking trail is Wildwood Canyon Trail and it begins past the picnic table, close to the entrance. I would rate it as moderate. This trail definitely has some steep climbing involved but it's not particularly brutal. It will drop you off at the end of the road where you parked. You can go back the way you came or if you're beat, just walk along the road back to your car. If you're in good physical shape, I recommend the Vital Link Trail. You have to take the Wildwood Canyon Trail to get to Vital Link and will eventually see the sign for Vital Link on your left. That's where the real struggle begins. It's all uphill with occasional stairs and not much shade. Pretty rough. The views are gorgeous though and if you reach the top, there's a comfortable chair waiting for you. I thought the Wildwood Canyon Trail could have been better marked. There are a couple off-shoots that lead back to the road and upon my return, I ended up going back to my car the "easy way" which I didn't want to do. You won't get lost or anything but clarity is always appreciated. FYI: The AllTrails app is very helpful for trail mapping. TIPS: -Sunblock and water as there isn't much shade. Lots of water for Vital Link. -A trekking pole can be useful as coming down was slippery (sandy) in parts. read more

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We are always surprised on how many trails our in and around LA County. The C19 pandemic has us going out more often than before and we are out seeking new trails like this one today. We were surprised that on a Sunday there's plenty of free parking and most of it under the canopy of trees. The short but steep trail starts on the left side once you enter the gated and sign area. The climb is steep and I recommend hiking shoes with grip as some of the areas have loose dirt and is slippery. Bring extra water to share with the planted little trees that were added next to the picnic tables around the one mile marker. read more

Wildwood Canyon Park - Sunday hike 2021 - Parks Near Me - Burbank, California

My friend and I went hiking here recently. The trail itself is very steep and a pretty sharp incline and then levels out the closer you get to the top. Definitely wear hiking shoes if you have them as the dirt was really loose and easy to slide on! There's lots of different paths you can take to the top as well and the park is dog friendly! Be sure to wear sunscreen and a hat as there's no shade. read more

Wildwood Canyon Park - Narrow dirt path - Parks Near Me - Burbank, California

This was a nice trail. Plenty of parking and actually various sections to park....looked like you could access the trail from 3 entrances and hike steeper parts or hike down instead of up. I parked at the very bottom and hiked up. It sure was steep! Coming down with some gravel and due to the steepness I would recommend hiking shoes or at least shoes with good traction. There are little paths off the trail. On the way down took one path and it led to the paved road where there was a parking lot hence knowing they have various entrances. It has a great view of the city. There were other hikers on the trail but compared to other trails I wouldn't consider it crowded so I felt safe COVID-safety wise. read more

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The total hike was about 2.5 miles and around 50 flights high. The views were really good. But the hike was really too short. I went on a Saturday afternoon and there were plenty of parking spots available. Watch out for tiny lizards, there are plenty of them. They are quite brave and doesn't run away. Don't accidentally stomp them. read more

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If you want a challenge, then this is the hike for you. If you want a nice view, i would say this hike was eh. This hike definitely kicked my ass & I felt it the next morning. We were total noobs & started from the actual beginning where the entrance is (across from the golf course). It already starts at an incline so you know you're in it for a workout. I struggled so hard, it wasn't even funny. Although it was cold in LA that day, you do not need a long sleeve shirt or jacket. It gets real hot & there is absolutely NO shade so apply that sunscreen. You can actually feel the suns rays on your skin. 90% of the hike was straight incline. If you are a lazy butt like me, it wasn't fun. If you want a hike to enjoy, this is NOT it. After you reach the "top" which is a big circle dirt area with a bench, there is an option to go higher up (VITAL LINK TRAIL). If you are already exhausted, do NOT go. My friend said oh it's just another mile. It's a mile of STRAIGHT incline. I thought I was hiking Angels Landing (Zion hike) for a second there. I decided to give it a try since this was my first time doing this hike. I HATED it. Didn't even make it to the top which was basically the SAME view as the bottom portion. Unless you are trying to do an eye of the tiger bit, I would say stick to first part of the hike. And there are actually many entrances to get to the top which makes it easier & less time. When you actually get to the top of THIS hike, do not go down the same way you came up, follow the path of downhill & SHADED area. A lot cooler & faster. Overall, this was NOT an enjoyable hike. Only reason I gave it 4 stars is because it definitely was challenging & I can see how people would want to hike this for an intense workout. read more

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This is a nice park that's not too popular, which is a plus because it's not extremely crowded with people. We had a great hike with many instances where we stopped to snap pictures of the view while we rested. The view is amazing, you can get many good photos overlooking the city of Burbank. There is a bit of an incline, but nothing too difficult. Most hikers should have no problem with the incline, I would recommend this hike for beginners hikers who want a bit more of a challenge. We didn't get to reach the end of the hike this time, but did make it half way before stopping by a bench to take pictures of the view. We decided to return back down the hike via an alternative route, which was off the beaten path. I'll definitely make time to return to this park to complete the hike! read more

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Great hike but man, there is hardly any shade! We came here around 8:30 am on a Saturday and it wasn't super hot yet but got hotter and hotter as we progressed. Originally we were going to do the 3-4 miles trail but my friend had been to the top so we decided to do the Vital Link Trail instead. Overall this was a pretty steep trail, plus the heat made it more difficult than it normally would be. My friend brought her dog and he struggled a bit with the heat. Still, it was a great hike with a nice view at the top. I think the straight 3-4 mile trail wouldn't have been as good as there was no top/view to make you feel like you've really accomplished something. I would come back in cooler weather. read more

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Great hike! This trail gives you a nice work out, I like it coz it's very close to the city. read more

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Ended up here one early evening trying to kill time before our reservation at Castaway. The various trails that snake up from the parking areas will not just take you to the main trail (the "spine" of the trails), but up to a vantage point that - if you weren't expecting it - will hit you in the face with how high you suddenly are. Of course, if you're reading reviews on here, you're expecting it now. It's a shame they close at sunset; I would love to see it from the top of this park. By the way, if you're even sort of dressed up for Castaway and decide to randomly hike up a trail like we did, be ready for any other hikers you encounter at the top to look at you curiously. read more

Before I begin, hats off to every legend that has completed this trail, all the legends on the trail yesterday, and to the future upcoming legends to join us! Okay, So, I had completed Rocky Peak/Summit/Hummingbird trails and decided it was time for my last hike of the year. I figured this may be similar to Stough Canyon's trail and prepped for the soreness to come but no, no, no, no, this was nothing like that, this was a beast of its own... Just when I started to feel intermediate in my hike, this nature of a beast slapped me back to reality. This trail is HARD! It is HARD!!! Maybe it's because I am four months into hiking but I swear everyone felt this yesterday. To compensate, the views are gorgeous and there is an amazing sense of accomplishment when you get to the chair and radio tower. Speaking of radio tower, it is the exact same tower you reach from stough canyon so you can also hike up here from there. My crazy behind decided to hunt all the towers up there, they kept showing up and I just couldn't stop. I made it down to verdugo peak, breathtaking view! If you turn around and squint, there is a flag and chair on a mini mountain climb, not too steep but ehh, steep. I went there and again, there were two more towers... Thank heavens, they were the last of it. After feeling like I was resuscitated, I went back to the flag, sat, and thought about my life, as I gathered the non-existent strength to start the journey back down. Spoiler alert, I made it down a million years later and currently nursing the pain with the biggest smile on my face! Happy New Year in advance everyone! read more

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Quick drive from downtown Burbank, nice place for a walk, hike, and golfing. Port-a-potty's only, but there is a bathroom when driving down from the park. read more

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Love this hike! Oh man, my thighs! It's uphill big time. Not for beginners. It's a great place to get in shape. The beginning trail has rail road tie steps and then it just becomes dirt and rocks. I saw dogs on the hike but don't bring your older doggies. Too tough! Not good for young kids. Bring a hat and water. Use all trails to track your route. We took a wrong turn and had to hike back up again because we took a wrong turn and hit a dead end. Everyone we met on the trail was friendly and helpful. Not too many people. Parking was a breeze in the lot. Views were amazing. read more

My go-to hiking place! This hike is so conveniently located, right below the Castaway Restaurant, yet if feels like you are in the middle of nowhere. For a while a few months ago it was poorly maintained, with bushes literally all over the narrow trails making it hard to walk or see lizards below. I just went back and was pleasantly surprised because they had gotten rid of all of the bushes that were blocking some of the pathways. The hike can get pretty steep at points, but it is not extremely hard! There are a few stop points so you don't have to hike all the way up. Views for days at different points of the hike, you can see DTLA almost any day! My favorite days to hike are when it is overcast and there are a lot of clouds. It just looks beautiful when you are walking "in between" the clouds. I would recommend wearing proper shoes as it can get pretty slippery in some areas. Bring plenty of water too, once you start the hike you can't get water up there. read more

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There are two women dear to my heart. They're Nature and Adventure. ;) Without further adieu let us start this pandamonium review. Wildwood Canyon Park is a beautiful park with numerous hiking trailhead and breathtaking view of LA. It is located on Harvard Rd nestled above DeBell Golf Club in Burbank. It has multiple parking lot so it's easy to park. There are four entry points from WCP to the Wildwood Canyon trail. All trails leads to Verdugo Mt and Verdugo Peak (Elev 3,126ft). I took the Vital Link Trail, it's labeled as a rigorous hard level hike b/c of multiple steep elevation and rocky narrow path. However, the trail was well maintained. In a mile and a half of hiking this trail, I easily ascended 1,500ft. Moreover, there were limited tree to no-shade so bring sunscreen and water. There were very few hikers today and they're very friendly and respectful. Some wear mask while others do not b/c they've been vaccinated. Anyway, you need an occasional rest and enjoy the panoramic view of DTLA, SFValley, and the Ocean. Once you've reached the Verdugo hilltop you'll find the WM chair and the Antenna farm. It was absobloodylutely worth it being on top! ;) I like being on top...of the world. Took me roughly +2 hrs (3.2 miles) to reach the peak. Going back was pretty easy and less jarring. Overall, if you like hiking adventure I highly recommend this trail. read more

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It feels very weird to rate a park but since it's on here... This is a great place to hike. Today my friend and I made it one mile, halfway up. We decided to stop there since we were getting hungry and it is a pretty steep, intense climb. The view is beautiful and it wasn't too crowded on a Sunday. There's a parking lot off Harvard Rd right next to the trail entrance. There's also some street parking along the road by the first trail. I'll be back to tackle it again - I'm gonna make it to the top one of these days! read more

If you want a radical work out along with a beautiful view than this is the place for you. Trail: - The main trail goes straight up the ridge to the top of the Verdugo Mountains. - It is about 3.2 miles to the top. I wimped out and only went about 2 miles up for a 4 mile roundtrip. - The trail is wide enough for two people most of the way up which is good. I tend to forget about how steep the trail is I am gabbing with my friends on the way up. - Check out my photos. I know there are mountain lions in the Verdugo Mountains, so just keep that in mind. Parking: Plenty of free parking in the lot right near the intersection of Harvard Road & Wildwood Canyon Drive. Food: The De Bell Clubhouse Restaurant is nearby if you feel like a great breakfast or bring a picnic and take a break at the top. There are plenty of other restaurants nearby in Burbank. Summary: This is a very steep hike, but a quick way to get to the top of the mountain. I think poles may help with the trip back downhill. I would definitely like to do this hike again. read more

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One of my favorite hike. First time here and I really like it. It's a steep hike, really good workout. Also good for cardio and leg day. Definitely going back here and try to finish this hike for an hour, round trip. They have great view, awesome! Good thing they have parking lot. No need to look for parking and no need to park on the side street. read more

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Theories exist (whether one is religious or not) that Eve created the first sin by giving into temptation and thus ruined mankind and females in the form of having to give birth as punishment. If you stop to think what Eve did when giving into temptation, it was in the form of FOOD. She gave in to that stupid, shiny, apple (which is said that it was a fig because apples didn't grow in that region, but I digress). To this day, us females have a hard time passing on tempting foods. I don't care if you are a female weighing only 80 pounds, I know you STILL give in to that red velvet cupcake. Yes, I'm talking about YOU! Luckily for us sinners, there is a Garden of Eden where we can whip our weak butts into shape: Wildwood Canyon Park. Talk about an intense hike! Wildwood Canyon Park doesn't look that crazy to the naked eye but once you start hiking, you suddenly regret that you did. Thankfully, us women also have the stubborn gene which causes us to not give up. The path begins with an immediate incline which isn't too difficult (unless you suffer from asthma which I do) and then, it continues to go up, up, and up! The hike rarely has flat areas to catch your breath (there are some but they don't last long) and although there are different peaks and paths to choose from; they punish your naughty self with their constant uphill treks. It is like God is continuously smacking your butt. Although the hikes aren't long (about an hour and 30-40 min both ways to one of the peaks) the constant incline WILL make you sweat and give you a high-impact workout. Wildwood also has some great scenery with views of Burbank, the Valley, and even downtown LA (see photos). Be careful because like the Garden of Eden, Wildwood has that #1 enemy: serpents. There ARE rattle snakes (you can hear them) and lots of bee hives. Plus, the downhill hike back is difficult if you don't have hiking shoes. I hike in tennis shoes and it is very hard to grip the path causing me to slip once and mind you, I am NOT clumsy and am in great shape aside from my asthmatic lungs. Thanks to Eve, us ladies need to work out but trust me that Wildwood will work off that saturated fat-filled food you just consumed. Make sure to grab Adam for some company. read more

Wildwood Canyon Park - Burbank and the Valley - Parks Near Me - Burbank, California

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What a workout...Feel the Burn! Trail: ~about 3 miles to the top ~uphill ~beautiful views ~lounge chair waiting for you on top :) ~few shaded areas ~tables and benches **Careful when heading back down. The trail is quite sandy and there's lots of little rocks. I slipped...hit my back on the step and fell hard on my bootay =( read more

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If you want to get an awesome workout come and hike here. Me and my friend came here and we did the trail that takes you all the way to the peak of the mountain. Take water! It's tiring but well worth it once on top you feel accomplished and the view is well worth it. The way down isn't too hard. read more

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Highly recommend this trail! It's a bit tough and a great cardio workout with many trail options. Very friendly hikers read more

Wildwood Canyon Park - Beautiful views! - Parks Near Me - Burbank, California

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We spent around three hours here (not all of them actively hiking, a good portion of them milling about waiting for my sister to arrive to hike with us). We parked at one of the furthest parking areas and entered the trail through what I would call one of the rearest entry ways, as I noticed when we were hiking and leaving for the afternoon you can enter the trails at a couple other locations not as far back. We hiked around a bit on several of the trails and ended up going up to the red/white radio tower. It was a warm 85 degrees and there is very little, if any shade on these trails so you'll definitely want to wear a hat, have sunscreen on and bring water along. I wouldn't call this a very strenuous hike although a good portion of it is uphill, but it's not terribly far. It can be slippery in area and a nice pair of hiking boots with a bit of traction are always helpful. There are a bunch of fire burn areas still on the mountain but nice to see green coming back in several areas. I'd definitely recommend this hike if you live in the area. It seems to be a quick and easy, get out, get some Vitamin D, catch a nice view of the valley type hike. The trails connect to some of the Stough trails is my understanding and once to the TV tower, I could see where you can wander off in other directions which may be helpful if you were wanting to make a bit more of it and stay out a little longer. All in all, a nice hike that met my needs around the holidays when we were going out daily for little neighborhood hikes to get out of the house. Parking is free and there are restrooms at the trail head. read more

Pretty steep hills and approximately 4 miles round trip to the peak via the Vital Link Trail. Great views are priceless! It is a well-maintained and clean trail park. We came here early morning and it wasn't crowded. Going uphill can be strenuous and water is a must. We didn't bring any water with us but we managed to finish it in an hour. It's good I ran with a beast. There are different entrances to start the hike but it'll lead you to the same peak. Before the vital link trail is a nice picnic table and I noticed people stopped there. Parking spaces are abundant and pet-friendly. At the other side is the Cast Away Resort and golf areas around them. read more

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I love these trails. I stayed away for so long due to the "challenging" reviews. As an asthmatic, I keeps it chill since I workout alone. I've survived 3 hikes here, pushing myself more each time. I usually start at the second entrance then exit at the top of the hill road. I park right by the entrance, but there's plenty of parking along the road to determine what spot you like best. I have yet to go up the steep trail of the mountain, but I'm genuinely not interested. I take the path to the right. I hike for the purpose of being in nature, relaxing, getting my heart pumping, and moving my body. For all the fitness people, this place is so versatile. You can take it easy or go all out, that's why I love it. When I do work my way up, I know I can still come to this place and get a good hike in. Lastly, I prefer to go during a weekday morning, but this Saturday was not too bad on the trail I took. There are obviously more people on the weekend for my people who like it more silent. Some people played music from a stereo this Saturday and while I don't care because music helps motivate people, I prefer the silence during the week! Overall give it a try! Especially to my people who are worried about working out alone or dislike working out. I fit in both of those categories and I genuinely look forward to coming here at least once a week which is better than nothing! read more

Very challenging hike, very steep, but very scenic. You can see all over downtown LA, Burbank, Glendale. I highly recommend getting some hiking shoes or walking stick. read more

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Wild wild wildwood!! I suggest anyone wanting to hike this should do so early morning because once it gets hot. This place have TONS of snakes!! Hahaha There's so much growth so it can be scary because the pathways have become narrow. This is a good incline and cardio of a hike. Fire fighters come to train here and honestly because it's fairly steep. read more

Loved this hike. So when I just started, I walked on the pavement and thought it was the hike- lol! The pavement was pretty empty and scary, BUT then I figured I was walking in a different direction. Once you enter the park, it's going to be on your left, you don't walk on the pavement (which is a good warm up though for the actual trail). The trail was not crowded, but had people so you won't feel alone. Steep but I would say moderate. Pretty long. Didn't have enough time to do the last quarter, because it was getting dark. It's great great work out and very very beautiful specially during the sunset. Go around 4:30 or 5 if you wanna see the sunset and take your time and finish it in a slow pace and don't wanna hike in the dark. read more

The hike is intense! It is definitely a great work out. We dint finish it all the way to the top. My friend was hungover so we decided to head down after a mile. It is all incline so be ready to have your heart rate go up. I work out a lot but i was still sore from my cabs hamstrings and gluts. Its not much of a nature trail and not much to look at. But when you get to the top its a nice view of Burbank and the valley. read more

Wildwood Canyon Park - Parks Near Me - Burbank, California

it was really nice,clean, and scenic. would've got 5 stars but some p.o.s tried breaking into my car and damaged my door cylinder so it would be nice if they have some sort of security system such as cameras and or a guard patrolling around the parking areas. Overall very beautiful and a easy hike read more

This place is so amazing. Paradise Falls, lizard rock, trails, Indian cave you name it. Pet friendly and clean. Highly recommend. Peaceful area and wonderful neighborhood. Plenty of parking. read more

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A favorite!! I've been consistently hiking this mountain every weekend for over a month now. It's a very STRENUOUS hike that will certainly build your strength and stamina- it has a pretty steep incline. I prefer to hike early morning 6am before the sun heats up the trial. Tips from experience; ~Wear hiking boots- to avoid slipping and sliding. ( NO TIGHT FITTING BOOTS EITHER) ~Use sunscreen. ~Drink plenty of water and avoid overeating the day before or else you'll feel sluggish. ~Be prepared to jump, run, scream or nicely shoo away rattlesnakes. ~Lastly, challenge yourself to run up (don't be a panzy) be careful running down and ALWAYS BE SAFE. read more