Ascot Hills Park

We went early in the morning, it's beautiful. You can walk a straight path or go up the hills, so many to choose from.

This is an urban oasis in that it is in the heart of LA, but is a open space park with steep hills, a few trails and affords some amazing views of downtown LA and nearby Highland Park and community. No amenities to speak of. (Didn’t see bathrooms). Others seem to be coming to get the steep climb exercise. Today it is super green with some native shrubs blooming

Beautiful trail. It loops around there is some residential part. Please be mindful.

Great train 🏃‍♀️ on trail for beginners friendly. Or for a great sunset views from downtown la

A Lively Trail Experience with Blooming Flowers and Wildlife Right now, all the trails in this area are bursting with vibrant blooms, making it a perfect time to visit. While some parts of the trail can be quite steep, there are also easier, less inclined paths available for a more relaxed hike. If you look closely along the way, you’ll spot plenty of milk snails — charming little creatures besides birds, bees and other little species. Interestingly, they are not native to the U.S., but originally come from parts of the Mediterranean. Introduced to the U.S. in the early 20th century, they have since multiplied rapidly and are now considered an invasive species that can pose a threat to native plants and agriculture. The trails are spacious and dog-friendly, but visitors are expected to be respectful by cleaning up after their pets. On hot days, however, it’s best to leave your dog at home, as the heated surfaces may harm their paws. You might want to look into this further for your pet’s safety. Parking: One of the biggest perks of this location is the abundance of free parking, a major plus! I noticed signage indicating the possible presence of coyotes in the area. To increase your chances of spotting one, consider arriving early in the morning when the trails are quieter. I did not see them this time.