Lake Hollywood reopens

Right out of the gate! Community members take the inaugural lap around the eastern side of Lake Hollywood.

August 6, 2009--Councilmember LaBonge and LADWP unlock the gate to the eastern side of Lake Hollywood.

An enthusiastic group of residents, media, and representatives of the LADWP joined Tom in a power- walk around the scenic route. They were treated to a view of one of the turtles that has made a home at the Lake. This was the first time the eastern side of the recreational path has been open since record rainfall closed the facility in 2005.

"Lake Hollywood is one of those much-loved, hidden treasures of Los Angeles and so this day is particularly welcome to people who love coming here and getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city," said Councilmember LaBonge.

The hours of operation of the East Perimeter Road have returned to the original seasonal schedule: 6:30 am-7:30 pm through the month of August. The West Perimeter Road will remain closed due to landslide repair work. The western slope repairs are scheduled to be completed by Spring 2011.