A visit to certain parts of Griffith Park are like a visit to ancient ruins, but where “ancient” refers to the middle part of the 20th century. When LA was in its most optimistic phase of growth. The television and movie industry was centered here. That LA charm and magic still remains. Visiting the Old […]
A simple walking hike with a wide, non-challenging path through the hills above Monrovia. Makes a nice alternative when Canyon Park is closed.
A small day hike easily accessible of the 210 just north of Eagle Rock. The trail is fairly steep, but not especially challenging, and it can be narrow in places. If you want to picnic on the hike, do it before or after your hike at the trailhead where there is a park with picnic tables. Lots of black sage, scrub oak, Lemonade Berry and Sugar Bush and views of the valley.
The Arroyo Seco is a familiar river that runs through Pasadena, practically through my late grandfather’s backyard. I spent years driving past it without ever stopping. This weekend, I finally brought my family for a visit. There are a lot of different spots along the river one can choose to hike. After some investigation, this […]
Accessible trail in Pasadena with large parking lots that are often overflowing on weekends. 1.1 mile hike ends in a waterfall.
Santa Fe Dam Recreational Area 15501 E. Arrow Highway Baldwin Park, CA 91706 The Santa Fe Dam Rec Area has a small vehicle entrance fee ($10 last time I was there) and has much developed parkland around a reservoir. There are rec areas for boating and swimming and lots of related activities. Aside from that, […]