Whittier Narrows Recreation Area
3 lakes, a military museum, shooting ranges, horse center, disc golf & urban farm
Whittier Narrows is a 1,492-acre park located in the City of South El Monte and is one of Los Angeles County’s largest and most popular recreation areas. The park is located on both sides of the Pomona Freeway at Rosemead Boulevard and Santa Anita Avenue. Legg Lake is stocked with rainbow trout from fall through spring by the and catfish during the summer months by the DFW. There are also bass, crappie and bluegill in here. Park amenities include:
- Archery Range
- BMX Bicycle Moto Cross Track
- Community Garden
- Equestrian Trails
- Equestrian Center
- Frisbee Golf
- Softball, Baseball, Soccer fields
- Pedal Boats
- Picnic Areas
- Small Bore Rifle Range
- Tennis Courts
- Trap and Skeet Shooting ranges
- American Military Museum
- Bike Trails
- Children’s Play Areas
- Disc Golf Course
- Dog Sports Field
- 3 Lakes with boating and fishing
- Multiple Use Trails
- Picnic Areas
- Rifle Range
- Sports Fields
- Tennis Center
- Urban Farm project
Source: City of Los Angeles | Photo Credit: Wheel Fun Rentals