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Arroyo Seco

March 23, 2011
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There are two areas here for riding: in the watershed of the Arroyo Seco up against the foothills in Flintridge of the Hahamongna Wilderness area; and in the Arroyo Seco floodplain within the shadows of the Rose Bowl.

TRAILS

Arroyo Seco Trail System

You can venture toward South Pasadena or head north into the foothills of the Hahamongna Wilderness.

Trailhead: Either Avenue 64 at the Pasadena Freeway, or the San Pasqual stables.

STABLES

Rose Bowl Riders

Riding lessons, trail access, horsemanship classes, Scout badge programs. Multiple arenas support special event shows.

4480 Oak Grove Drive

Pasadena, CA 91103

(818) 790-8341

San Pasqual

Horseback riding, private and group lessons, Mommy & Me lessons, summer horse camp.

21 San Pasqual Avenue

South Pasadena, CA 91030

(323) 258-3999

Altadena Stables

Riding lessons, boarding and nearby trails.

3064 Ridgeview Drive

Altadena, CA 91001-4528

(626) 797-7012
 

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