Griffith Park Run Clubs

Next: Tuesday 5:45AM

Silver Lake Track Club is a nonprofit running collective with free runs all week, no sign-up needed. The Tuesday 3 is a casual three-mile loop of the Silver Lake Reservoir from the Red Lion Tavern; early risers do the PorkChop, an 8-mile Griffith Park loop with a big hill. Sundays start at Makisupa Coffee with an easy long-run option, and Thursday is track night in Burbank.

Next: Tuesday 6:00PM

Los Angeles Frontrunners is the LGBTQ+ running and walking club of Los Angeles, founded in 1980 and part of the international Frontrunners network. Weekly fun runs are free to attend and open to everyone at every pace: a Wednesday evening run in Palisades Park, Santa Monica, a Thursday track night at Occidental College, and Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday runs in Griffith Park. Membership is optional and supports the club's social calendar and race teams.

Next: Saturday 7:00AM

LA Road Runners is the official training program of the Los Angeles Marathon, run by the McCourt Foundation. Pace groups for every level meet on Saturday mornings at the Totem Pole in Santa Monica and at Shane's Inspiration in Griffith Park, plus a Sunday morning Valley group at the Sepulveda Basin in Encino. The season runs September 19, 2026 to March 7, 2027 and costs $100 plus fees.

Next: Wednesday 6:30AM

November Project is a free community fitness movement that brings people together for high-energy workouts and group runs. The Los Angeles chapter meets every Wednesday morning at the Griffith Observatory, where participants gather for a mix of running, bodyweight exercises, and team-based workouts. Open to everyone and completely free to join, November Project focuses on building community through movement and motivation. With more than a decade of history and chapters around the world, the group has become known for its welcoming atmosphere, positive energy, and early morning workouts that challenge and inspire participants.

Next: Saturday 9AM

Striders Run Club meets every Saturday at 9 a.m. in Griffith Park for a welcoming 5K group run open to runners of all levels. Set in one of Los Angeles’ most iconic running locations, the club offers a relaxed and supportive environment where beginners and experienced runners alike can enjoy consistent weekly miles together. In addition to the regular Saturday runs, Striders occasionally organizes special sessions such as track workouts and other training events to keep things interesting and help runners improve their skills. Check their Instagram for the latest updates, upcoming runs, and community events.

Next: Tuesday 7PM

Los Feliz Running Club meets on Sundays and Tuesdays for scenic runs in and around Griffith Park, one of Los Angeles’ most iconic running spots. The club has built a close-knit, supportive community that feels more like an extended family than just a weekly meetup. While the group shares strong bonds, new members are warmly welcomed and quickly feel part of the crew. Runners encourage each other to improve, push their limits, and stay consistent — all while enjoying the trails, views, and energy of Griffith Park. Whether you’re training seriously or simply looking for connection through running, Los Feliz Running Club offers both progression and belonging.