Harper Monkey Trail — Attraction in Los Angeles

The trail starts at the top of the stairs located on the northern end of the Wattles Garden Park. As you are going up the stairs, there will be a dog park to your left. The lower portion of the trail is very eclectic, decorated over the years in a whimsical style by different people. As the trail ascends, it becomes quite narrow, with loose, sandy footing. As you gain elevation, the trail can be quite steep in places, requiring some degree of climbing. It joins with Runyon Canyon West Trail at the top, giving you several...

So it's deceptive if you follow your GPS. We ended up going to the top of the street, and starting from the trailhead there. The path was narrow, and well shaded. There are some tight spots to navigate. It branches off, we stayed to the lower trail which slowly ascended. The last bit was pretty steep with loose dirt. We actually came out in someones back yard, but we were right above Runyon Canyon trail. It was easy to get back on the right trail, and was...

Behind the Wattles Mansion, where the paths snake their way up the canyon, is the secluded park and field. The trailhead for the Harper Monkey Trail it's at the North end of the big field in the Wattles Garden Park. You heard of the secret garden? This is the secret trail! Pixies and fairies abound. NOTE: this is not an official dog park. At any given time there are at least 3-5 others dogs with their...