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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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El Monte Nexus - Learn to Bike and E-Bike Demo for Adult Riders

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Feb 15, 2026
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9:00 am
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Jeff Seymour Family Center 10900 Mulhall St, El Monte, CA 91731
ActiveSGV invites you to a hands-on demo event where you can learn and witness the amazing capabilities of E-Family/Cargo bikes!
Cyclist riding down a bike path.

El Monte Nexus - Lovebirds Ride to the Whittier Narrows Nature Center

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Feb 22, 2026
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9:00 am
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Jeff Seymour Family Center - 10900 Mulhall St, El Monte, CA 91731
Join us for a fun community bike ride to Whittier Narrows Nature Center with El Monte Clean Mobility Nexus!
Child on a blue bicycle and wearing a pink helmet is learning to ride

Learn to Bike Class in El Monte - Beginner Friendly!

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Mar 1, 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.

Volunteer with us

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Rain Gardens Volunteer Day

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Feb 16, 2026
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10:00 am
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2:00 pm
Alhambra
Help transform a community member’s garden into a water-saving, native plant landscape while learning practical skills you can use at home.

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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Feb 15, 2026
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8:00 am
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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 Pop-Up: Walnut Creek Park - 2 HOURS FREE E-BIKE RIDES

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Feb 22, 2026
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8:00 am
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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 Ride with Day One - Intermediate Ride

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Mar 7, 2026
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9:00 am
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1:00 pm
10900 Mulhall St El Monte, CA 91731
Join ActiveSGV for our 2026 E-asy Access rides coming from our Jeff Seymour Family Center. We will ride to various points of interest and learn more about the Emerald Necklace network and its connections. This week, we are partnering with our friends at Day One!