Spooky Evening Hike at Griffith Park

Want to see Griffith Park after dark? Join LA Parks ecologists and rangers for a spooky evening hike exploring the park’s ecology, history, nocturnal wildlife, and eerie local stories.

Meeting Location:  Travel Town Museum Parking Lot - 5200 Zoo Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027 (Check-in begins at 6:15 PM)

Before you come:

• Registration Required. Register for the Spooky Evening Hike.
• Download the iNaturalist app (Android | iOS) and sign up for an account, then join the LA Nature Quest 2026 project on iNaturalist.

What to Bring: 

• Comfortable gear and walking shoes, long sleeves, etc. Check the weather and dress accordingly.
• Costumes are encouraged, as long as they are safe and comfortable for walking.
• Water
• Bug or mosquito repellent
• A flashlight, preferably with a red light setting to help preserve night vision and minimize disturbance to wildlife. 
• Bring a fully charged phone or tablet with the iNaturalist app installed and your account set up

The hike follows a mostly paved path with a slight incline and may include a surprise scare along the way.

Visit the LA Nature Quest webpage for more information.

This event is part of LA Nature Quest series presented in partnership by the Los Angeles Public Library’s Neighborhood Science Initiative, Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power Green Team, and the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County’s Community Science Department, with generous support from the Library Foundation of Los Angeles.