The city zoo from 1912 to 1966, left in place when the new zoo opened: you can walk into the stone bear grottoes and old cages, now a picnic ground with hiking trails above. Locals bring picnics and kids; it is not signposted from the main attractions.
- Address
- 4801 Griffith Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027
- Hours
- Mon-Sun 05:30-22:30 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-10)
- Best time to go
- Morning, Afternoon · About 1 h
- Price
- Free
- Price level
- $
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- Park in the Old Zoo lot off Griffith Park Dr near the merry-go-round
- Climb the trail above the cages for a view over the park
- Griffith Park hours are 5:00-22:30 (city parks site)