Laurel Canyon Boulevard

Laurel Canyon Boulevard is a hillside neighborhood in Los Angeles with winding streets that curve through dense vegetation. The area features older homes with varied architectural styles and tree-lined roads where pedestrians can move about easily.

The area first appears in written records from 1874 as a dirt trail called Laurel Cañon Road or Shaw Road. The route became a boulevard in 1908, transforming it into a destination for visitors seeking scenic views and new land opportunities.

The neighborhood takes its name from the California bay laurel tree that once grew wild here. Today, the area carries a creative spirit linked to the artists and musicians who have made it their home over the decades.

The neighborhood is walkable with most errands doable on foot, though the hilly terrain requires more effort in some areas. Visitors can also bike or drive the winding roads to explore different viewpoints and local spots at a slower pace.

In its early days, trackless trolleys carried tourists up to Lookout Mountain where real estate agents eagerly sold property in new developments. Few visitors realize this hillside was once a thriving tourist hub before becoming primarily residential.