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E-asy Access: Connecting People to Parks and Places

Location
Surrounding Neighborhoods around Emerald Necklace
Project Category
Mobility
Status
Ongoing

The Easy Access: Connecting People to Parks and Places Program is designed to reduce barriers to accessing parks along the Emerald Necklace and beyond by providing free electric bike access during guided rides and pop up events along the Emerald Necklace. The San Gabriel and Rio Hondo River Trails connect dozens of parks and communities in the central San Gabriel Valley, including recreational areas such as Whittier Narrows, Santa Fe Dam, Peck Road Water Conservation Park and Hilda Solis Overlook Park. These electric bikes will allow the public to explore segments of the San Gabriel River Trail from the Hilda Solis Overlook to Whittier Narrows and beyond.

We're thankful for the support from Measure A and the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District, whose partnership is crucial in bringing this vision to life. This initiative underscores the value of parks and open spaces in our community, highlighting their significance for everyone's well-being.

Upcoming EVENTS

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SGV Carshare EV Showcase

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Mar 29, 2026
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9:00 am
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11:30 am
10900 Mulhall St El Monte, CA 91731
Come experience electric carshare firsthand and learn how to get started! Are you curious about SGV Carshare, the San Gabriel Valley's new electric carshare program? Join us for a hands-on showcase where you'll get a ride-along in one of our EVs and learn everything you need to know to start using the program.
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Learn to Bike Class in El Monte - Beginner Friendly!

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Apr 5, 2026
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9:00 am
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11:30 am
10900 Mulhall St El Monte, CA 91731
Build confidence on two wheels and learn safe riding skills in a supportive, step-by-step class. This free session teaches balancing, starting, stopping, and basic control. Bikes and helmets are available to borrow. Open to youth and adults.
two girls on bicycles on a bike skills course

Bike Rodeo and Bike Skills Course in El Monte

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Apr 12, 2026
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9:00 am
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11:30 am
10900 Mulhall St El Monte, CA 91731
Join us for a fun and active bike skills course designed for young riders. Participants will rotate through stations that teach turning, signaling, scanning, braking, and safe riding. This is an excellent way for families to help new riders build confidence. Bikes and helmets are available to borrow.

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Upcoming Easy Access Events

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Easy Access Pop-Up: Walnut Creek Park - 2 HOURS FREE E-BIKE RIDES

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Mar 29, 2026
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8:00 am
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2:00 pm
701 Frazier Street Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Join us at Walnut Creek Nature Park in Baldwin Park for our Easy Access Pop-Up and explore the trails on an e-bike! Simply bring a valid ID to enjoy a free two-hour ride and experience the beautiful surroundings on two wheels. No RSVP necessary!
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Easy Access To Whittier Narrows BMX: Free Demo and Test Rides

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Apr 4, 2026
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8:00 am
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12:00 pm
10900 Mulhall St El Monte, CA 91731
Ride out to Whittier Narrows BMX for a live demo, a look at the track, and a free one-day pass to ride the official BMX pump track.

Easy Access Pop-Up: Walnut Creek Nature Park - 2 HOURS FREE E-BIKE RIDES

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Apr 12, 2026
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8:00 am
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2:00 pm
701 Frazier Street Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Join us at Walnut Creek Nature Park in Baldwin Park for our Easy Access Pop-Up and explore the trails on an e-bike! Simply bring a valid ID to enjoy a free two-hour ride and experience the beautiful surroundings on two wheels. No RSVP necessary!