L.A. COUNTY’S LONGEST BIKE ROUTES
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Originates Santa Fe Dam (San Gabriel Valley off Arrow Highway) through Whittier Narrows to Seal Beach. Follows San Gabriel River. Trail actually extends 2 miles north above the dam. Popular for picnicking. Heavy bike traffic. No car traffic. Night riding prohibited. Watch for broken glass along channel after storms. Snack bars, water fountains, restrooms near Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area and additional water/snacks at many highway crossings.
San Gabriel River Bike Route
Miles-36.6
Class-I
Route Level-A
Class I
Bike Trails/Bike Paths
Constructed exclusively for use by cyclist
Class II
Bike Lanes
Lane designated by painted stripe. Offer only limited protection from autos.
Class III
Bike Routes
No division of operating areas between cars and bike
Route Levels
A-Flat
B-Moderately Hilly
C-Extremely Hilly
Bike Route
Additional Bike Route
Research: Diana Roemer
Source: AAA
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