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Bantam Trail

4.9 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Running trail in West Hollywood, California · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Bantam Trail's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

Open 24hScenicDog-friendlyTrailhead parking

What runners say about Bantam Trail

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (17 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 4 mentions

“The area is clean, organized, and well maintained, and it’s very common to see people hiking with their dogs.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 7 mentions

“Beautiful trail but there is dog poop everywhere … probably one owner who comes regularly and doesn’t pick up after their dog”

🥾 Bantam Trail Stunning Spring Hike with Panoramic Los Angeles Views Bantam Trail is one of the most beautiful hiking routes in the area, especially during the spring when everything is green and in full bloom.

★★★★★ — Life , Feb 2026

Easy hike with some great city to ocean views. Minor incline, dirt path. Parking is limited, so good luck.

★★★★☆ — Steve , Jan 2022

A great spot for hiking and camping 🏕 Suitable for family and couples...

★★★★★ — Dennis , May 2026

Beautiful Trail! Difficult parking but if youre an early bird or late night hiker I highly reccomend. I enjoy taking my 2 dogs with my wife. Bring some bags and clean up after them though keep the trail nice!

★★★★★ — Alejandro , Feb 2026

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 17 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 12 mentions

“Beautiful trail but there is dog poop everywhere … probably one owner who comes regularly and doesn’t pick up after their dog”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 4 mentions

“One of the big advantages is access: you can drive almost all the way to the gate, where there is free street parking available on a first-come, first-served basis.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 4 mentions

“Beautiful trail but there is dog poop everywhere … probably one owner who comes regularly and doesn’t pick up after their dog”

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Plan your run at Bantam Trail

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Bantam Trail

2451 Nichols Canyon Rd, West Hollywood, CA 90046

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.