Walking route
Franklin Canyon: around the reservoir
A quieter walk around the reservoir and Heavenly Pond. Stay on official paths and respect wildlife and temporary closures.
Walking route
- Distance
- ≈ 2.5 km
- Duration
- ≈ 1 hrs
- Elevation gain
- ≈ 40 m
- Difficulty
- Easy
Distance, duration and elevation are estimates for the described route. Check the official trail map; detours and your pace change these figures.
Follow this route
- 1
Start at the upper reservoir
- 2
Follow permitted waterside and woodland paths
- 3
Include Heavenly Pond when the trail is open
Starting point
Upper Franklin Canyon reservoir
Open starting point on the mapBefore leaving, check park alerts, trail status, heat and fire warnings. Inclusion in this guide does not confirm the trail is open today.
Official park and trail informationInsider tip
A peaceful park in the Beverly Hills hills, with a small lake and pleasant paths.