Griffith Park, Los Angeles

Griffith Park isn’t just LA’s green lung - it’s also one of the city’s most well-known cruising areas. Tucked behind the Hollywood Hills and sprawling over 4,000 acres, this massive urban park has been part of LA’s gay history for decades. The wooded trails, secluded picnic areas, and hidden corners near landmarks like the Observatory and Fern Dell have long attracted men looking for other men.

Cruising here usually happens after dark or in quieter sections away from families and tourists. The size of the park means there are plenty of spots where privacy comes easy, and its reputation stretches back to the 1960s when it was already a central cruising ground for gay Angelenos. Even today, you’ll find references to Griffith Park in gay histories and local word-of-mouth.

As with any public cruising space, it’s wise to be cautious - the park has its share of rangers and occasional police presence, and safety should always come first. Still, Griffith Park remains one of the most iconic cruising spots in California, a place where LA’s natural beauty and gay subculture intersect under the shadow of the Hollywood sign.