There's no need for an expensive gym membership. With an average of 266 days of sunshine a year, L.A.'s spectacular weather nearly begs you to ditch the treadmill for the beach, hiking trail or park. And many are right in our backyards -- or at least only a short drive away.

We've collected 13 of our favorite places to run in L.A., from scenic ocean-side paths in Santa Monica and Venice to more rigorous inclines in Griffith Park and Rustic Canyon.

-- Kelsey Ramos, Los Angeles Times