How much does the Griffith Park Merry Go Round cost?

$2 per ride
Griffith Park is an expansive park just north of downtown Los Angeles. A nice little secret is the Old-Fashioned Merry Go-Round. It is a work of art and cost $2 per ride, which last approximately 4 minutes.

Is all of Griffith Park closed?

Parks remain open under normal operating hours and some interior facilities remain closed. Recreation centers remain closed except City-sponsored programs. Masks are required at all City sponsored youth programs and at indoor City-sponsored programs. Public restrooms are open during regular operating hours.

Where do you park for the Ferndell trail?

Go west on Los Feliz Boulevard for 2.4 miles. Turn right up Fern Dell Drive and look for roadside parking. The trailhead is 450 feet up the road on the left at the northwest corner of the intersection with Black Oak Drive.

Who owns the Griffith Park Merry-Go-Round?

When CoVID-19 forced a shutdown of all venues in Griffith Park – including the Autry, LA Zoo, Griffith Observatory, Greek Theatre, etc. – I contacted Julio Gosdinksi, the owner/manager of the Griffith Park Merry-go-Round to talk about the long-term ramifications.

How old is the Griffith Park Merry-Go-Round?

LOS ANGELES — Since 1937, the hand-carved horses of the Griffith Park Merry-Go-Round have been spinning at 13 miles an hour. That adds up to a lot of miles, but the COVID-19 pandemic shut the popular family attraction down for a year and a half.

Can I drive through Griffith Park?

Griffith Park is open daily from 5:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Road parking and lots are open. There is paid parking available in and around the Observatory (see below). Road closures are possible if traffic becomes congested.

Where do you park at Griffith Park?

Parking Address: 3000 Canyon drive, Los Angeles, CA 90068 Behind the Hollywood Sign via Canyon Drive. Trailhead Access from Canyon Dr.: Drive all the way up Canyon Drive to see a large dirt lot and street parking.

How long is Griffith hike?

This loop is about 1.75 miles long with an elevation gain of 610 feet. Dogs are allowed if leashed but can’t come into the observatory. If you want a longer hike, there are many choices. One will take you to the Hollywood sign, and I will come back for that one day.