Los Angeles has one of the most diverse and visually stunning running scenes in the country, stretching from the mountains to the ocean and anchored by a vibrant, community-driven culture. Runners can tackle the rugged trails of Griffith Park, climb the steep paths of Runyon Canyon, or explore the endless, scenic routes through the Santa Monica Mountains, then unwind with flat, breezy miles along the Santa Monica and Venice beachfronts. The city’s run club scene is especially lively and neighborhood-focused, with groups like Koreatown Run Club, Good Vibes Track Club, and Silver Lake Track Club creating welcoming spaces that blend fitness, friendship, and LA’s creative energy. New running stores such as LSD Running in Echo Park and Heartbreak Hill Running Company in Santa Monica have become community hubs for group runs and local events. Capping it all off is the Los Angeles Marathon, one of the largest in the nation, alongside countless local races throughout LA and Orange County that showcase the region’s year-round perfect running weather and passionate running culture.