7-Day Nature Itinerary: Bradbury, CA

• Day 1: Start your trip with a hike at Monrovia Canyon Park. Take in the beautiful scenery and enjoy the fresh mountain air. Afterwards, visit the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden for a leisurely stroll through the beautiful gardens (closed on Tuesdays).
• Day 2: Explore the Angeles National Forest with a visit to the Bridge to Nowhere, a beautiful hike with scenic views and a unique bridge that leads nowhere. Afterwards, visit the Rattlesnake Bridge for more stunning views (closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays).
• Day 3: Visit the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument and take a scenic drive through the mountain range. Stop at the Mt. Baldy Visitor Center for a hike or picnic lunch with a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains (closed on Mondays).
• Day 4: Spend the day at San Gabriel Reservoir, where you can enjoy boating or fishing. Take a short hike to Hermit Falls for a swim in the natural pool.
• Day 5: Visit the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area for a day of outdoor activities, such as hiking, biking, and birdwatching. Then, check out the South Hills Park for a stunning view of the city (closed on Tuesdays).
• Day 6: Take a nature walk through the Eaton Canyon Natural Area Park and Nature Center, where you can learn about the area's flora and fauna (closed on Mondays). Then, visit the Descanso Gardens for a beautiful walk through the colorful gardens.
• Day 7: Finish your trip with a visit to the Los Angeles National Cemetery, a peaceful and beautiful place to pay your respects to the veterans. Then, take a scenic drive through the Altadena Crest Trail, and enjoy the stunning views of the city below.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Monrovia Canyon Park (2-3 hours, free)
• Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden (2-3 hours, $15)
• Angeles National Forest (4-5 hours, free)
• Bridge to Nowhere hike (4-5 hours, $10 for parking)
• Rattlesnake Bridge (1 hour, free)
• San Gabriel Mountains National Monument (4-5 hours, free)
• Mt. Baldy Visitor Center (2-3 hours, free)
• San Gabriel Reservoir (4-5 hours, free)
• Hermit Falls hike (2-3 hours, free)
• Whittier Narrows Recreation Area (4-5 hours, free)
• South Hills Park (1-2 hours, free)
• Eaton Canyon Natural Area Park and Nature Center (2-3 hours, free)
• Descanso Gardens (2-3 hours, $15)
• Los Angeles National Cemetery (1-2 hours, free)
• Altadena Crest Trail (1-2 hours, free)

Total Estimated Costs: $40 per person

Transportation

It is recommended to rent a car during your stay in Bradbury, as many of the locations listed above require driving to access. The estimated cost of renting a car is $35-50 per day. Traffic in Los Angeles can be heavy during peak hours, so plan accordingly.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the nearby Angeles Crest Scenic Byway, a scenic drive through the San Gabriel Mountains that offers access to several hiking trails and scenic viewpoints. If you have less time, consider cutting out the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area or the San Gabriel Reservoir, as they are similar activities.

Airports

The nearest airport to Bradbury is the Ontario International Airport (ONT), located 28 miles east of the city center. Other nearby airports include the Bob Hope Airport (BUR), located 23 miles northwest of the city center, and the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), located 34 miles southwest of the city center.