LENGTH

35.4 mi

ELEVATION GAIN

671 ft

DIFFICULTY

Easy

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This multi-use trail runs north-south, stretching from Azusa to Seal Beach. Though the trail travels through an urban environment, adjacent parks and natural features help diversify the landscape. The San Gabriel Mountains in the distance provide a scenic background for the northern portion of the trail, whereas the ocean serves as a destination point to the south. The trail is a popular bicycle route.

This trail has multiple access points. The northern trailhead can be accessed from the San Gabriel River Parkway in Pico Rivera. From the 60, exist at Rosemead Blvd and head south. Follow signs to stay on Rosemead Blvd for 2.4 miles. Turn left on E. Beverly Blvd. Turn left on San Gabriel Parkway. Trail access will be on the right. See segment Quick Guides for additional access point information.

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TRAIL INFORMATION
ALLOWED USES:
  • Hiking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Dogs on Leash
CONTACT INFO:
County of Los Angeles
626-588-5364

trails@parks.lacounty.gov

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Adan C 9 months ago

The train underpass south of Beverly bld. it’s been flooded for most of the month and the last rains make it impassable, Everybody it’s crooning by climbing and crossing the train tracks on top, it’s just extremely hazardous. I already reported a week ago but still nothing it’s been done.

Response

Thank you for letting us know about the multi-use trail. I created a Trails Maintenance work order ticket and the crew will assess and work on the flooding.

Flora/Plants Trimming Required- Long Beach - Southbound between the 22 and 2nd, adjacent to Haynes Station a year ago

The plants are overgrown and crossing into the southbound lane of the trail. Please have them cut down so that traffic can flow. As of 11/2/23, the plants are overgrown to such as an extend that an accident is inevitable.

Response

Thank you for contacting us.

The Department of Parks and Recreation operate and maintain the County’s multi-use trails which are typically unpaved hiking, mountain biking and equestrian trails. We will inform LA County Public Works, who operate the bikeways, on the trail conditions of the bike path along the San Gabriel River Trail. 

Mike 2 years ago

The access point on Star Street in El Monte has been locked for quite some time. Are there plans to unlock that gate?

Response

Thank you for contacting us.  Durfee/Thompson elementray school locked the gate, but we will check in with them again.

Martin Harrington 2 years ago

How long is the trail closed (around the 8-9 mile mark) and detour going to be in place?

Response

Thank you for contacting us.  We were just made aware of the closure and advised that work along the bikepath will occur until September 15th.   

Gabriela Gomez 2 years ago

I'm a cyclist and bike commuter. I have an issue with the tunnel that goes under Whittier Blvd. It is much too narrow for two cyclists to safely go through at the same time while traveling in opposite directions. Also it is way too dark and poorly maintained. The only other option is to avoid the tunnel altogether and take the ramp up to Whittier Blvd. and cross the street to continue onto the trail or access the trails at the adjacent San Gabriel Spreading Grounds. There is no crosswalk at that point. Is there anything that can be done to improve this bicycle crossing?

Response

Thank you for your comment.  LA County Department of Public Works maintains and operates the bikeways.  You can contact them directly through their online portal- select Bike Path under Report a Problem at: https://pw.lacounty.gov/contact/  

Linda Palson 3 years ago

Its clean and hugh. You can go from La Verne, Ca 91750 to the Ocean. And catch a bite to eat along with shopping .

Kurt 5 years ago

Tunnels and bike trail have a bunch of horse droppings beware!