Easter Event at Griffith Park Train Rides – Griffith Park Train Rides

WEATHER UPDATE: Due to imminent rain and thunderstorms,
the Easter Train and Easter Bunny Visits have been cancelled for Saturday, 3/30 and Sunday, 3/31.

If you pre-purchased your tickets online for Saturday, you may rebook them online (see your ticket confirmation).

If you pre-purchased your tickets in person for Saturday, you may use them Thursday or Friday.

Please contact us via email if you need a refund.

"I Spy Easter" Train Ride & Visit with the Easter Bunny

Griffith Park & Southern RR location - 4400 Crystal Springs Dr., Los Angeles, CA

Mon, March 25 to Sun, March 31

“I Spy Easter” Train Ride and photo area

$5 per person
includes an activity map, goody bag, and access to our outdoor photo opportunities.
infants 18 mo and younger ride free
10:00 am to 4:30 pm

Tickets available online (limited availability) or in-person (most availability).

Fri, March 29 to Sun, March 31*

Weekend with the Easter Bunny! Visit & Photo with the Easter Bunny.

$7 per visit (maximum 6 people)
includes one printed photo.
10:30 am to 3:30 pm

Tickets are available in-person only.

*Last train leaves at 4:30 pm, but photo area and Easter Bunny visit closes at 3:30 pm. Please plan accordingly!

Regular train rides will continue at Travel Town Mueseum and Railroad. Rain or weather events will close down our trains.

4400 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles (the south end of Griffith Park)

Online tickets are available for “I Spy Easter” Train Rides on February 29th!

Please note: Online ticket purchases are subject to service and convenience fees, and are ONLY for the “I Spy Easter” Train Ride. Easter Bunny tickets are sold in-person only at the ticket booth.

If you prefer to purchase tickets in person, you may do so at Griffith Park & Southern Railroad, 4400 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles without incurring additional fees.

What is it?

Our Easter event at Griffith Park & Southern Railroad.

Celebrate spring with us! Join us for The Griffith Park Train Rides week long Easter celebration! There will be a special train ride and “hunt” with goody bags and photo opportunities, and on Easter weekend, an opportunity to visit with the Easter Bunny!

Details:

“I Spy Easter” Train Ride all week long:

Tickets are $5 per person, (18 months and under are free) and includes a special activity “I Spy” map, a goody bag for all children who ride, and access to the photo areas for pictures.
Open Mon, Mar 25 to Sun, Mar 31 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tickets can be purchased in person at our ticket booth at 4400 Crystal Springs Drive during our regular hours, or online beginning February 29th.
The train ride is approximately 8 to 10 minutes long around our mile-long track where special eggs will be hiding for you to “spy” from the train.
An “I Spy” activity sheet will be provided to each person with a ticket, and each child receives an Easter good bag at the end of the ride!
Each “I Spy Easter” Train Ride ticket also includes entrance to our hand-painted photo areas for pictures.

Easter Bunny Weekend! Come visit with the Easter Bunny:

Tickets are $7 for each visit with the Easter Bunny (maximum of 6 people per visit please), which includes one printed photo. Additional prints or digital copies can be purchased.
The Easter Bunny will be here from Fri, Mar 29 to Sun, Mar 31 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Our last train leaves at 4:30 pm.
Tickets are limited and can be purchased the day of at our ticket booth at 4400 Crystal Springs Drive. We are sorry, but we cannot sell these tickets in advance.
Each ticket includes a visit with the Easter Bunny and a printed souvenir photo for you to keep.
Maximum number of people per visit is limited to 6.
Included with the Easter Bunny Weekend will be an Easter activity area where there will be stations set up for hands-on activities like temporary tattoos, coloring, and wand making for bubbles as well as photo opportunities.
The Easter activity area is suitable for children ages 10 years and under, but all ages and abilities are welcome!

If rain is in the forecast, please check our Facebook or Instagram pages for up-to-the-minute weather updates, rain dates, and additional information.

Special Event
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is this an Easter Egg Hunt?

Not exactly. It’s more like an “I Spy” game crossed with a scavenger hunt.

This special event takes our passenger guests on a mile-long loop at Griffith Park & Southern Railroad, over a bridge, through a tunnel, and past our Old Frontier town. The ride is approximately 8 to 10 minutes long, winding through the natural landscape of our section of Griffith Park.

Hidden along the track, within eye sight of the train, will be special Easter eggs for you to “spy” and record on your special map. At the end of your ride, you will turn in your map in exchange for a special Easter egg gift.

How old do you have to be?

Our “I Spy Easter” Train Ride and activities were created with the ages 10 years old and under crowd in mind, BUT all ages and abilities are always welcome to ride and participate.

Am I allowed to get off the train to hunt for eggs?

No. No one may exit the train at anytime, except when loading or unloading at our station. Please stay seated, with arms and legs inside the cars at all times. For parents with young children, this is particularly important.

WHERE is the "I Spy Easter Train & Visit with the Easter Bunny?

Griffith Park & Southern Railroad, at 4400 Crystal Springs Drive in Griffith Park. Click here for a Google map.

How do I know if the weather is permitting?

Heavy rain and high wind will often require us to close the ride for the safety of our guests and staff. We will make every effort to update this page as soon as possible, but check our Instagram or Facebook for real time updates.

I purchased my tickets in advance but I can't make it!

We understand that life/illness/traffic/atmospheric rivers can happen.

If you purchased your tickets in advance, and you are unable to come the day you purchased it for, you may exchange them for a different day as long as we have capacity to accommodate you.

Please understand that the tickets are non-refundable.

If rain or a weather event forces US to cancel or delay, you may either come a different day or request a refund.

Do you give refunds?

Our tickets nonrefundable tickets. If you find you cannot use your tickets for the day you purchased them for, we will be happy to accommodate you for another day, assuming we have the capacity.

This is a limited time event for one week only.

If we (Griffith Park Train Rides) must cancel, close or delay because of weather, we will be happy to accommodate you on another day, or refund your ticket.

What about parking?

FREE parking is available in the parking lot adjacent to the trains, as well as an overflow lot a few hundred yards away. Generally, any parking in Griffith Park is free, with limited exceptions.

We will make every effort to provide light for security and safety, but don’t hesitate to bring headlamps or flashlights if you are concerned.

What are your accessibility options?

We welcome guests of all abilities. However, because our train cars are antique and compact, we are unable to accommodate a wheelchair or walker directly in the car. A guest may use their chair or walker on the platform, but must be able to step up or be lifted 8 inches from the ground to clear the car entrance. Unfortunately, we are not allowed to physically assist our guests with these accommodations.

In addition, in the activity area which is covered in decomposed granite, a wheelchair or walker must be able to navigate ground that will be softer than asphalt or cement.

Do we need proof of a negative COVID test or vaccination in order to ride? Do you require guests wear masks?

We do not require proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test. We do not require our guests to wear masks, although we are supportive and encouraging of any guest who does.

How much does this cost and what does it include?

There are two ticket options for our Easter weekend.

“I Spy Easter” Train Ride tickets are $5 per person (18 months and younger are free).

Purchase tickets in person at our ticket booth at Griffith Park & Southern Railroad at 4400 Crystal Springs Dr., Los Angeles anytime between now and the end of the event.
Beginning February 29th, limited online tickets can be purchased in advance.
Includes a train ride around our decorated track, an “I Spy” activity sheet, and Easter goody bag for each child who participates.
Also includes entrance to our outdoor Easter photo area with hand-painted backgrounds.

Visit with the Easter Bunny is $7 per visit (maximum of 6 people per visit).

Purchase in person at our ticket booth at Griffith Park & Southern Railroad at 4400 Crystal Springs Dr., Los Angeles. Limited quantities available.
Includes a private visit with the Easter Bunny, three poses, and one printed souvenir photo.
Additional prints and digital copies are available for purchase.
Easter Bunny Weekend will also include access to hands-on activities like coloring, a bubble wand making station, and temporary tattoo station!

When and where can I buy tickets?

TICKETS are AVAILABLE FOR ADVANCE PURCHASE NOW. You may also purchase tickets the day of the event.

In-person tickets can be purchased from our ticket booth at Griffith Park & Southern Railroad, 4400 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles. All tickets are on a first-come-first serve basis. We cannot take reservations or payment over the phone.
Online tickets plus service and convenience fees are available in limited quantities beginning February 29th.

Can I use a regular or value ticket?

No. This is a special event that requires a separate ticket for each person. The cost is $5 per person for the “I Spy Easter” Train Ride and $7 per visit with the Easter Bunny if tickets are purchased in-person. Online tickets may be available with a convenience fee.

Do you have group discounts?

We do not offer group discounts. We work hard to keep our ticket prices affordable so as many people as possible can enjoy this event. If you do have a large, single group attending (more than 20), and are unsure how to proceed, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us.

Are there photo-ops available?

Yes! Our talented staff have constructed and hand-painted beautiful open-air “photo booths” for our passengers and guests who join us!

Do you sell out? What time do you stop selling tickets?

We stop selling tickets when we know we have reached our capacity for that day, but we do our best to warn you ahead of time, especially if you are standing in line at our window.

How long is the wait?

TICKET LINE:

If you purchase your tickets in advance, YOU DO NOT NEED TO WAIT IN THE TICKET LINE. You can go straight to the Boarding Line.
If you purchase tickets the same day you would like to attend, please be prepared for waiting as long as 30 to 40 minutes.

TRAIN BOARDING LINE:

We do our very best to get all ticket holders on the train as quickly as possible, but the wait can be as long as 30 minutes on our busiest days (Friday and Saturday).
If you purchase tickets in advance of the day you would like to attend, you can skip the ticket line and head straight to the boarding line.
As long as you have a ticket in hand, your party is complete, and you are in line before our last train leaves at 5pm, you will be guaranteed a ride.

VISIT WITH THE EASTER BUNNY

We have limited capacity for private Easter Bunny visits and photos. We do our best to accommodate as many people as we can, but we stop selling tickets when we’ve reached capacity.

We do our very best to ensure guests have a fantastic experience, including moving the lines as quickly as possible, but we understand how frustrating and disappointing waiting can be with young children, cool temperatures, and standing in line. Please dress according to the weather for our area, and consider purchasing snacks at our neighbor’s at the Griffith Park Cafe. And as always, let us know how we can continue to improve.

Will there be food available to purchase?

The Griffith Park Cafe, adjacent to the train ride, is open Wednesday to Sunday. Their menu consists of items like breakfast burritos, burgers, hot dogs, cotton candy, as well as specialty tea and coffee beverages. Feel free to bring a picnic too! There are picnic tables throughout the park, as well as a few south of our area and within walking distance. There are also grassy areas for a blanket within a short walk of the trains.

If you wish for a full meal, or are concerned about access to food, we encourage you to enjoy many of the fantastic local restaurants and eateries in the area either before or after your ride. In addition, bringing along a snack bag while waiting in line is always an option (although food and drink are NOT allowed on the ride itself or within the activity area).

Will there be a gifts or souvenirs available?

Yes! The toy booth will be open during our regular hours.

Are animals allowed on the train?

Animals, including small pets, are not allowed on the train, with the exception of service dogs.

I have a question that isn’t covered here.

Great! We’d love to help. Visit our Instagram, Facebook or email us at info@griffithparktrains.com. You can also call our main line at 818-881-2586 and leave us a voicemail, which will be returned promptly.

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WEATHER UPDATE: Due to imminent rain and thunderstorms,the Easter Train and Easter Bunny Visits have been cancelled for Saturday, 3/30 and Sunday, 3/31.