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Top Of Reseda Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 220 Google reviews · Running trail in Tarzana, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
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- Access
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Confirmed from Top Of Reseda Trailhead'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.
Popular mountain park known for hiking trails, views and picnic spots.
What runners say about Top Of Reseda Trailhead
“If you want some of the most beautiful sunsets coupled with great views, this is the place to be.”
“It’s quiet, peaceful and you forget you are in LA.”
I went with my family 👪 ❤ this is a very special place for me,brought me a lot of wonderful memories ❤ I spent with my dear Son David he passed away 💙 😢 ❤ this past May, we used to 🚶♂️ 🚶♀️ walk together with my other two Sons,it was very hard for me walking 🚶♂️ 😢 with out my sunshine 🌞 but I going to back every…
If you want some of the most beautiful sunsets coupled with great views, this is the place to be. The workout is intense, especially if you park all the way at the bottom because the uphill climb is intense. It’s also not as busy as some of the other hikes in LA. It’s quiet, peaceful and you forget you are in LA.
Absolutely love it. Great for hiking and Mt Biking. The views are amazing. Try to get there early because parking can get crazy by 7 AM on the weekends.
Very beautiful place to hike. You get to see the beautiful Santa Monica mountains and if you're lucky a few wildlife animals. I was there very early in the morning. Had the trail all to myself.
Trail conditions & character
“The views are solid, the trails connect well, and it feels like a good gateway into the Santa Monica Mountains without having to drive too far out of the Valley.”
“This is another great trailhead if you like having options instead of being stuck with one basic route.”
“I like that you can keep it easier with the family or push farther into the hills if you want more of a workout.”
“It’s quiet, peaceful and you forget you are in LA.”
Plan your run at Top Of Reseda Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–8 pm |
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