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Historically, we know cannabis enhances any experience, especially when it comes to the taste of food or attending a live musical show. Well, the same applies to all of your five senses. Whether you’re going for a walk or going on a hike, cannabis can significantly add a sense of profundity to any setting, resulting in a heightened, euphoric feeling that allows you to truly appreciate your surroundings.
In L.A., it’s no different. The rolling hills, cerulean coasts, and plethora of plant life provide for an unforgettable stoned stroll. Here are our picks for the best locations to ponder and wander while high.
The Venice Canals are a perfect getaway-at-home, located right off 25th Street in Venice Beach. Constructed a hundred years ago, these beautiful canals recreate the true essence of the beauty found in the city of Venice, Italy.
For those who are wondering where exactly this walkway lies, it’s very easy to miss. Tucked away inside a neighborhood of houses, four canals run roughly a quarter-mile long each. The pathway consists of both sidewalks and bridges, offering a very calming, serene environment for you to walk through.
For stoners, you could walk for an hour and still barely brush the surface of the entire thing.
This trail is proof rainforests do somewhat exist in Los Angeles. While you may have heard of the famous Griffith Park hike, most may not be aware of the Griffith Park Ferndell Trail. This walking path is a huge contrast when compared to the rest of the park, mostly due to its lush, verdant greenery.
Clocking in at about a half mile, the trail is surrounded by huge ferns and California coastal redwoods, the latter of which are most fruitful during the springtime. A natural spring feeds the stream that leads into various ponds and if you’re lucky, crayfish, turtles, and even frogs call the waters home.
Park hours are from 5 am to 10:30 pm and if possible, end your walk with a visit to The Trails Cafe, which sells coffee, pastries, and sandwiches.
Echo Park Lake is a breathtaking lake and urban park located right in the hustle and bustle of Echo Park, attracting people from all walks of life. Blossoming lotus plants, a range of wildlife, and even a 1930s sculpture by local artist Ada Mae Sharpless serve as highlights.
One loop around Echo Park Lake clocks in at roughly a mile, making it great for walking, running, or biking. At any point, you can sit down on the grass to paint, enjoy a meal, people-watch, or enjoy each other’s company. An overarching fountain sits in the middle of the lake and visitors can cruise on the water via a swan boat.
Echo Park Lake is open all year round, a staple landmark in the city since 1895.
Nicknamed “the birthplace of Los Angeles,” Olvera Street reimagines the romantic “Old Los Angeles,” offering authentic Mexican culture you can’t find elsewhere in the city.
It’s most commonly referred to by its Spanish name, Calle Olvera, and sprung up in 1930. The whole intention behind the location was to ”preserve and present the customs and trades of early California.” This means many of today’s merchants are descendants of the original vendors, carrying on traditions that have been in place for decades.
Be sure to stop by for some taquitos and tacos, and enjoy the Aztec and Mexican folkloric dancers along the way.
This experience brings to life the notion of “stop and smell the roses.” Located inside Exposition Park in Los Angeles, this historic rose garden has been deemed one of L.A.’s best-kept secrets, covering seven acres of land. Established in 1927, the Rose Garden is the perfect getaway when seeking quiet and refuge.
Open daily from 9 am to sunset, the Rose Garden features a beautiful display of roses arranged in a grass-girded oval with an ornate fountain located in the middle. While this is certainly a moment for photo ops, it’s also the perfect opportunity to walk and enjoy the colors and aromas you’re surrounded by.
To date, the Rose Garden contains over 200,000 rose bushes and over 200 different kinds of roses.
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