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    Los Angeles Aqueduct - Cascades - One of two fenced areas blocking closer access.

    Los Angeles Aqueduct - Cascades

    4.3(8 reviews)
    3.6 miSylmar

    Who doesn't love the Cascades of the L.A. aqueduct? The rushing white water flowing down the…read morehillside is iconic and if you've driven the I-5 anytime during the last several decades it's there prominent and historic; you can't miss it. Something about the cascading water is mesmerizing and when the cascade is dry it's almost downright eerie. These days it's flowing like Niagara, okay maybe not but you get my drift. I've never exited the freeway or stopped to make the walk next to the aqueduct, but I understand it's worth the visit and maybe a few photos. As I get older these So Cal historic sites pique my interest more and more and this one is on my list. I'm not in this area very often but when I am I always like to gaze...knowing the water is flowing all the way from the Sierra Nevada's is kinda cool, am I right? Do pause to ponder what's going on here the next time you're on the I-5. Snap a few shots and share 'em.

    I have been by the Cascades on three occasions including this one. I always wanted to stop and see…read moreit closer knowing the history of the building of the Los Angeles Aqueduct from the Owens Valley to Los Angeles. This also contains water that comes across Southern California in the California Aqueduct that you can see cross the 15 Freeway in the Hesperia area. Knowing how this engineering marvel came about and the water grab from the Owens Valley in Central California, view the video Chinatown and you see what Mulholland and others were up to in bringing water to turn LA from a desert to a green, thriving city. Know also that the voters of LA were promised this would bring water to the city and they voted for the bonds. In fact, the plan all along was to terminate it in the San Fernando Valley where Mulholland, Colonel Otis (then owner of the LA Times), and others had purchased large tracts of arid land and this opened the valley to development and of course they made a fortune. This is a marvel and it should also act as a reminder how precious and sometimes scare water is.

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    Los Angeles Aqueduct - Cascades - "There it is.  Take it!"  William Mulholland in 1913.

    "There it is. Take it!" William Mulholland in 1913.

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    Oak of the Golden Dream - Trail

    Oak of the Golden Dream

    4.4(9 reviews)
    6.8 mi

    If you've driven through Santa Clarita on the 14 Antelope Valley Freeway, you've probably seen the…read morestate designated Oak of the Golden Dream sign. Just take the Placerita Canyon Rd. off ramp into the beautiful Placerita Canyon Park. You'll pass the gates of the 800+ acre Walt Disney owned Golden Oak Ranch. Film location for numerous motion picture and television shooting locations; everything from Old Yeller, to Roots and the 1950s Mickey Mouse Club series Spin and Marty (if you're old enough to remember Annette Funicello, riding on horseback at the ranch). Keep going to the parking lot and follow the Oak of the Golden Dream trail. In 1839, the Mexican Government granted Antonio del Valle some 48,000 acres called Del Valle Rancho. On March 9, 1842 his brother-in-law, Francisco Lopez y Arbello took a rest from his horseback ride around the rancho under an oak tree, and dreamed of being surrounded by gold. So the story goes. Noticing his horse grazing on wild onions, Francisco spied a bright glimmer and began pulling the onions up by the roots. They were flaked with small specks of gold. The official California Gold Rush actually began right here in Santa Clarita, California. Southern not Northern California. Hmmmmm? It's an easy access hike to this wooded and serene spot.

    While not particularly amazing on its own, it seems worthy for its historical significance. And…read moreit's easy to visit. While there, two people in wheelchairs joined me. The path is more a sidewalk and many upgrades (informative signs) are clearly in the works. Also, there are a few very good trails in the same park.

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    Golden Valley Ranch

    Golden Valley Ranch

    5.0(4 reviews)
    6.7 mi

    Beautiful spot for hiking and relaxing. Trails seemed to be very well-maintained and clean at the…read moretime of my visit; however, winter storms may have impacted trail conditions. Parking can be a bit tricky depending on the time of your visit; the powers that be have determined that much of the streets are to have "no parking", so be careful to read the signs. Not super crowded on the trails but look out for mountain bikers. Free admission.

    Golden Valley Ranch Open Space is 900 acres of woodland within the San Gabriel Mountains that has…read morebeen preserved for all of us to enjoy. You can access the various trails at 2 different locations, either along Placerita Canyon Road or Golden Valley Road and Via Princessa. To start along Placerita Canyon Road look for the metal gate at the start of the trail. You will start on Mitchell Trail (Placerita Motorway on some maps). This trail will ascend steeply until you reach the ridge and meet up with Placerita Trail where you can either hang a left and proceed along the ridgeline until you reach lookout point or hang a right and connect with Nadeau Trail. To reach the alternate starting point, my preferred route, you start by parking your car along the street at Golden Valley Road and Via Princessa. This is the base of the future residential community of Golden Valley Ranch. Go past the black fence and descend down a paved walkway. Turn right and you will eventually see the metal gate that is the start of the Nadeau Trail. I like this starting point because it's the start of a 5 mile loop that circles around one of the most prominent ridgelines in the Santa Clarita Valley. The trail ends at lookout point. At that point you will have to find your way down the mountain with the help of the unofficial path and cement drainage ditches. You will eventually reach Oak Crest Drive and Golden Valley Road where you take a right and complete the loop. The trails located within Golden Valley Ranch are named after Remi Nadeau (III), Frank Evans Walker, and John W. Mitchell. Remi Nadeau (III) was the grandson of Remi Nadeau, a well-known figure during his time. He made his fortune hauling bullions from mines and then later established one of the largest vineyards in the world and built the Nadeau Hotel, a Los Angeles landmark. Remi Nadeau III built a deer park in Canyon Country, near present-day Sierra Highway/Soledad Canyon. John W. Mitchell was a pioneer resident of Soledad Canyon. Nadeau and Mitchell had home ranches that adjoined each other and together they purchased the old Cuneo range in upper Placerita Canyon. Until Mr. Nadeau's death they were partners in the cattle raising business, and the yearly round-ups on the Nadeau-Mitchell ranch became one of the big events of the valley. Frank Evans Walker lived in and built several homes in Placerita Canyon in the early 1900's. He was one of the first and last Placerita Canyon gold prospectors. Interestingly the area gets its name from the word Placer, Spanish for mine, it forms the root of Placerita, meaning little mine. The only remaining building intact is the Walker's Cabin located in Placerita Canyon Nature Center. The ranch has been used to film a number of famous movies. In 1949, Frank Walker sold the property to the State of California. In recent years, the state transferred the ownership of the park to the County of Los Angeles.

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    Golden Valley Ranch - Nice place for a breather

    Nice place for a breather

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    Andres Pico Adobe

    Andres Pico Adobe

    4.4(11 reviews)
    1.6 miMission Hills

    Very cool piece of LA and SFV history! I've been twice and each time the volunteers have been…read morereally sweet and given us an engaging and very informative tour! The house is small but filled with lots of historical trinkets and artifacts. An awesome way to spend some time- you'll learn a lot about the history of our valley for free!

    What a charming piece of California history and right in the San Fernando Valley! Midge was my…read moreamazing tour guide and she was full of historical details and funny anecdotes about the Picos and Lankershims. This really is a must-visit if you're a history buff or into antiques or just want to get a small dose of local culture. The Andres Pico Adobe was built in 1834 and is one of the oldest adobe structures in Los Angeles (the other is at Olvera Street). It's also known as the Romulo Pico Adobe (the son of Andres). It is filled with antiques: a working player piano, antique irons, toasters, clothing and shoes, furniture, sewing machines and an old phonograph that plays recordings on wax rolls. The term, "Put a sock in it" was explained to me by Midge when I asked about the rolled up socks next to the phonograph. Since there was no volume control, you literally put a sock in it to muffle the noise! The Lankershim Reading Room, built in 1904, had been lovingly restored and is on site. It's really beautiful and as Midge said, "If these walls could talk!" Lots of famous people have visited it, back in the day. The Railroad Shanty, built in 1914, is another quaint reminder of the era when trains were the main mode of transportation. The Native American Indian Gallery is chock full of arrowheads and other interesting bits and it's even been blessed by the local tribesmen. Please visit- it's free- and leave a donation! Yelp Challenge 2018: 84/100

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