Nearly two years after the Griffith Park pony rides were shut down, the Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks held a board meeting to discuss the future of the historic site. For over 70 years, the pony rides have been a beloved attraction. However, in December 2022, the city decided to close the facility amid growing concerns over animal welfare, leaving the future of the site unknown.
“There were seven different options that were presented as things that we could potentially use this space for. None of them had specifics so we’d have to look into the feasibility of those things,” said Brenda Aguirre, assistant general manager for the Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks.
The presentation outlined potential options for the site, including turning it into a museum and a nature center. One local resident even suggested an idea for a rock climbing area…