Altadena, CA is the community directly north of Pasadena, about 14 miles from downtown Los Angeles. While a small community of about 42,000, Altadena isn’t something to pass over! As a part of unincorporated Los Angeles County and because of the lack of many apartments and condos, Altadena is the paradise of nature lovers looking for a country-like place to call home. Sound like the place for you? Get moving and read on to learn more about Altadena:
Altadena: Home to Nature
Love nature? Altadena is the place for you! The Eaton Canyon Natural Area is a great place to hike, picnic, ride your horse, and explore the beautiful San Gabriel Mountains. The Eaton Canyon Nature Center also has some great live animals and educational resources for the kids. Grab some sunscreen, and breathe in that fresh air!
The Mount Lowe Railway trail is another great Altadena hiking trail. The 10 mile trail is an old railroad bed and has interesting railroad parts to check out along the way.
Altadena: Home to Quirky Fun
Love Christmas lights? Altadena’s Christmas Tree Lane is perfect for you. Every holiday season Altadena hangs 10,000 lights on the “Mile of Christmas Trees.” As the oldest large-scale Christmas lighting spectacle in the United States, Altadena sure is home to something special.
Altadena: Home to Community
Farnsworth Park is a great park with facilities such as a community center and an outdoor ampitheatre. Many residents of Altadena spend their time at the Annual Summer Concert Series or taking a class here to learn about everything from acting to wrestling.
Does Altadena sound like the place for you? Do you live in Altadena already? Tell me what you love about Altadena in the Comments section!