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Hansen Dam Pathway

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A wide pathway along the crest of the dam with a consistent flow of choice scenery. Walk, bike or pedal to the center of the dam (a 1/2-mile) to take in great views.

STARTING POINT

Park at the lot at the end of the path, at the top of the hill on Osborne Street. If that lot is full, more parking is available down the hill at Dronfield Avenue.

DIRECTIONS TO THE START

CAR: Take the 5 Freeway and exit on Osborne Street. Head east on Osborne and continue until reaching the top of the hill. Make a right on Dronefield Avenue for parking.

TRANSIT: Take the 290 bus to Foothill and Osborne. Once getting off head west down Osborne Street. Continue to Dronfield Avenue then make a left and walk until reaching the pathway.

DINING

Big Pop's BBQ

10755 Glenoaks Boulevard

CA 91331-1683

(818) 896-5599

Numero Uno Pizza

10750 Glenoaks Boulevard

CA 91331-1690

(818) 890-5515

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