Runyon Canyon Fuller Avenue Entrance to Close for Bathroom Installation

The popular Los Angeles hiking destination will temporarily shut down one entrance to allow for a new permanent restroom facility.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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On Thursday, February 12, the Fuller Avenue entrance to Runyon Canyon Park in Los Angeles will be temporarily closed from 6:30 a.m. to around 12 p.m. to allow for the delivery and installation of a new permanent restroom facility. Visitors will need to use other entrances like Vista and Mulholland during this time, and should watch for no parking signs along nearby streets.

Why it matters

Runyon Canyon is one of the most popular hiking destinations in Los Angeles, attracting millions of visitors annually. Until now, the park has only had portable restrooms, so the new permanent facility is a welcome addition for many. However, some locals have expressed concerns that permanent restrooms could lead to increased crime in the area.

The details

A crane will be accessing the Fuller Avenue entrance to deliver the prefabricated, permanent restroom that has been in the works since 2024. The city is spending close to $1 million on the new restroom project.

  • The Fuller Avenue entrance will be closed from 6:30 a.m. until about 12 p.m. on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
  • The new permanent restroom facility has been in the works since 2024.

The players

Hollywood United Neighborhood Council

The local neighborhood council that provided information about the Runyon Canyon entrance closure and restroom installation.

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The takeaway

The addition of a permanent restroom facility at the popular Runyon Canyon hiking destination is a significant upgrade, but it has raised concerns from some locals about the potential for increased crime in the area. The temporary closure of the Fuller Avenue entrance is a necessary inconvenience to allow for the delivery and installation of the new restroom.