Hollywood Sign 8M | 8K | 5K | Kid Trail Run Hike

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From OTG Events

  • Date Sun 25th January 2026
  • Time 7:30AM PST
  • Location Los Angeles, California
  • Price $24.50 - $53.90
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 5 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable outdoor adventure at the Hollywood Sign 8M | 8K | 5K | Kid Trail Run Hike, hosted by OTG Events! Mark your calendars for Sunday, January 25, 2026, as Griffith Park in Los Angeles transforms into a scenic playground for runners and hikers alike. This thrilling event features a picturesque out-and-back course leading to the iconic Hollywood Sign viewpoint, providing participants with breathtaking panoramic views of downtown Los Angeles, the Griffith Observatory, and the stunning San Fernando Valley.

Whether you're a dedicated trail runner or a hiking enthusiast, there's something for everyone, including distances of 8 miles, 8 kilometers, and a fun 5K. Kids can also join in on the fun with their own trail run hike! Enjoy well-marked courses, aid stations, and the camaraderie of fellow outdoor lovers as you traverse these iconic trails. All participants will receive a premium gender-specific T-shirt, a unique finishers medal, and the chance to win awards for overall and age group winners. Plus, enjoy free race photos capturing your adventure against the backdrop of the Hollywood Sign! Don't miss out on this inspiring day in one of L.A.'s most legendary landscapes—sign up today for an experience

Organiser's Description

EXPERIENCE THE THRILL OF THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN RUN/HIKE IN GRIFFITH PARKNOW FEATURING A SCENIC OUT-AND-BACK COURSE TO THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN VIEWPOINT! TAKE IN SWEEPING VIEWS OF DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES, THE GRIFFITH OBSERVATORY, AND A STUNNING CLOSE-UP OF THE WORLD-FAMOUS HOLLYWOOD SIGN.

WHETHER YOU'RE A SEASONED TRAIL RUNNER OR A HIKING ENTHUSIAST, THIS EVENT OFFERS AN UNFORGETTABLE ADVENTURE FOR ALL LEVELS. TRAVERSE ICONIC TRAILS, SOAK IN THE NATURAL BEAUTY OF THE PARK, AND CONNECT WITH FELLOW OUTDOOR LOVERS ALONG THE WAY.

CHALLENGE YOURSELF, TAKE IN THE VIEWS, AND BE PART OF AN INSPIRING DAY IN ONE OF L.A.S MOST LEGENDARY LANDSCAPES.



ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS AND PERKS:

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PICTURESQUE, SCENIC, AND WELL MARKED OUT AND BACK COURSES

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PANORAMIC VIEWS OF THE OBSERVATORY, DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES, AND AN UP CLOSE VIEW OF THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN (8M ONLY)

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STUNNING VIEWS OF GLENDALE, DREAMWORKS CAMPUS, AND THE LOS ANGELES RIVER

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ENJOY UNPARALLELED VIEWS OF THE SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, WARNER BROS. STUDIOS, AND THE DISNEY ANIMATION BUILDING. PLUS A SPECIAL TURN-AROUND AT CATHYS CORNER, THE ICONIC FILM LOCATION FROM THE ACADEMY AWARD-WINNING MOVIE LA LA LAND.(8K ONLY)

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ULTRA-SOFT, ULTRA-COMFY PREMIUM GENDER SPECIFIC SHORT SLEEVE T-SHIRT*

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UNIQUE FINISHERS MEDAL FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS

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SPECIAL AWARD FOR OVERALL AND AGE GRADE DIVISION WINNERS

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PRIZE FROM OUR SPONSORS FOR OVERALL WINNERS

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FREE PHOTOS (W/ MT. LEE AND THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN, THE OBSERVATORY, AND DTLA, 8M ONLY)

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FAST AND ACCURATE CHIP TIME RESULTS

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COURSE AID STATIONS (1-4) WITH MEDICAL STAFF

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VOLUNTEER SUPPORT

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GEAR CHECK

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FINISH LINE FRUIT, SNACKS, AND REFRESHMENTS

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FLEXIBLE DEFERRAL AND TRANSFER OPTIONS



*GUARANTEED T-SHIRT SIZE DEADLINE IS JANUARY 5TH, MEN OR WOMEN'S CUT

Races

  • Griffith Park 5K Trail Challenge

    Incl. $4.10 Fee & Contemporary Gender Specific T-Shirt (Men/Women Cut)

    Sun 25th January 2026 (7:50AM PST)

    $45.10

    OPENS 07 AUG
    A challenging and scenic 5K trail run / hike to top of Bill Eckert Enjoy sweeping views of Glendale, the Los Angeles River, and the iconic DreamWorks Animation. One well supported aid stations with water, and electrolytes. Don't miss this remarkable run/hike! Note: 5K event does not feature a view of the Hollywood Sign, Observatory, or Downtown Los Angeles. Note: 5K event shares the same starting line as the 8K
  • Hollywood Sign 8M Run | Hike

    Incl. $4.90 Fee & Contemporary Gender Specific T-Shirt (Men/Women Cut)

    Sun 25th January 2026 (7:30AM PST)

    $53.90

    OPENS 07 AUG
    Tackle a challenging and scenic 8M run | hike through historic Griffith Park, now featuring an out-and-back course that turns around at the breathtaking Hollywood Sign Viewpoint. Along the way, youll be treated to unforgettable sights of the iconic Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory, and sweeping views of Downtown Los Angeles. The course will be clearly marked and fully supported with four aid stationstwo on the way out and two on the return. Whether you're chasing a personal best or soaking in the scenery, this is an event you wont want to miss!
  • Cathy's Corner 8K

    Incl. $4.10 Fee & Contemporary Gender Specific T-Shirt (Men/Women Cut)

    Sun 25th January 2026 (7:50AM PST)

    $45.10

    OPENS 07 AUG
    A challenging and scenic 8K trail run / hike to Cathy's Corner the film location of La La Land, Lucifer, and many more. Enjoy sweeping views of the San Fernando Valley, the Los Angeles River, Warner Bros Studios, and the iconic Disney campus. Two well supported aid stations with water, and electrolytes. Don't miss this remarkable run/hike! Note: 8K event shares the same starting line as the 5K
  • P-2.2K Kid Run

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt, Super Soft, Contemporary (Unisex)

    Sun 25th January 2026 (8:05AM PST)

    $24.50

    OPENS 07 AUG
    A 2.2 K Loop along Upper Old Zoo and Lower Old Zoo. P22 Shaped finishers medal and pin for all participants.

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Fire Road Just North of Old Zoo, Los Angeles, 90027, CA, United States

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