Adams Hill Urban Hike (SW. Glendale and E. Eagle Rock), Level: Moderate+
October 18, 2026 · 9 AM
Street corner, 4202 York Blvd., Los Angeles
A brisk group urban hike through Adams Hill and eastern Eagle Rock, covering 6.4 miles and about 1,100 feet of elevation gain, with introductions and socializing; moderate-plus cardio fitness and walking speed are required.
Join introductions at 8:30 a.m. before a brisk 6.4-mile urban hill hike with three ascending staircases and 1,100 feet of gain; moderate-plus fitness is required and there is no sweep.
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN MOVED FROM SUNDAY THE 11TH TO SUNDAY THE 18TH DUE TO FORECASTED RAIN. New start time is 9am. Come join us for a great workout, for discovering unique areas of the city and for meeting new people to do an urban hill hike in the beautiful Adams Hill area of Glendale and the most eastern, hilly, part of Eagle Rock! This route will take us in charming residential areas with many winding hill roads and views of different sides of Los Angeles. **LEVEL**: Intermediate Plus for speed and some inclines, otherwise moderate. We are a friendly group that loves to socialize and encourages new-comers, but please note moderate+ level of cardio fitness and walking speed are required. **LENGTH**: 6.4 miles, three staircases up. Elevation gain is 1100ft. +/-2 1/2h. **SPEED**: Brisk, with a quick pause to re-group at the top of the hills. There will be no sweep, bring your phone for navigation just in case you want to leave early. **BRING**: Exercise outfit, workout shoes (no hiking shoes needed), sunscreen and water. **MEETING POINT**: We meet a block NE of Target at 9am for introductions and we take off sharply at 9.05am. (If you are just a few minutes late you can skip the first stairs and meet us at the corner of Medlow Ave. and Banbury Pl.) **RESTROOMS**: at Target (left back corner), please be back by 9.05am. They also have Starbucks coffee. No restrooms along the way. **PARKING**: Free, unlimited street parking in five directions.