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Easy Access Wraps Another Season

That’s a wrap on another season of Easy Access: Connecting People to Parks and Places! Over the past few months, we hosted 11 guided e-bike rides across the San Gabriel Valley, covering 174 miles, serving 438 participants, and providing 219 free e-bike rentals. Together, we explored the Emerald Necklace and visited parks, trails, and landmarks across El Monte, South El Monte, City of Industry, Baldwin Park, Arcadia, and Rosemead.

A large group of cyclists poses together in front of a shaded garden area, surrounded by trees and greenery.
Easy Access participants gather for a group photo after a great ride.

Easy Access continues to be one of our favorite ways to bring people closer to the SGV’s growing greenway network. Whether it's someone’s first ride on an e-bike or their first time discovering the beauty of our local stormwater channels and trails, these experiences foster joy, connection, and a deeper appreciation for active transportation.

A ride leader speaks to a group of cyclists during a pre-ride briefing in a dirt lot near a modern building.
Riders gather for a pre-ride orientation and learn bike safety tips.

The season brought its fair share of surprises, from spring showers to summer heat, but with misting fans, shade canopies, and a resilient team, we kept the rides rolling and spirits high. One highlight was a 22-mile loop through Santa Fe Dam, where we went off-road, explored an RC Field, and learned about our water systems that flow into the San Gabriel River.

A large group of e-bike riders, some wearing yellow safety vests, rides through a city street lined with power poles and homes.
Easy Access participants riding through the streets of El Monte.

A particularly memorable moment was our group ride to the grand opening of the Merced Avenue Linear Park. With 52 riders strong, we paraded through El Monte and South El Monte, cheered on by neighbors from the sidewalks. It was a powerful reminder of how trails and parks can connect communities and spark joy.

A man and two children pose with a GoSGV cargo e-bike under a tent, with trees and a fleet of bikes in the background.
A family gets ready to roll with GoSGV’s cargo e-bike.

We also stumbled upon some hidden gems, such as CultivaLA, a local nonprofit with a community garden in South El Monte, and the RC Field at Santa Fe Dam, where hobbyists fly model aircraft. These stops reminded us how much there is to discover in our own backyard.

A group of cyclists in helmets gather around a table with bananas, herbs, and water jugs at a community garden.
Riders refuel and learn about local herbs and produce at CultivaLA’s community garden in South El Monte.

Looking ahead, we’re excited for what’s next: a collaborative ride with AARP, the launch of the Walnut Creek Park Bikeway entrance, and new programming at Santa Fe Dam to celebrate the natural and cultural richness of our region.

A group of cyclists riding along a paved multi-use path next to dense greenery and brush on a sunny afternoon.
Easy Access riders cruise along the Emerald Necklace, surrounded by native plants and open skies.

We are deeply grateful to our supporters. Easy Access is made possible by Measure A and the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District, whose partnership uplifts the essential role of parks in community health and well-being.

A wide group shot of cyclists on an open paved area with cloudy skies and a natural landscape in the distance.
Riders reach the top of Santa Fe Dam during a 22-mile loop exploring the San Gabriel River trail.

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