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La Cañada Flintridge in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Dedicated in memory of Helen Steele Pratt, 1883-1965. Devoted naturalist, nature teacher and counselor, whose efforts led to the adoption of the California Quail as the California State Bird.

Erected 1968 by San Fernando Valley Audubon Society, and Los Angeles County.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Horticulture & Forestry • Parks & Recreational Areas.

Location. 34° 12.086′ N, 118° 12.79′ W. Marker is in La Cañada Flintridge, California, in Los Angeles County. Marker can be reached from Descanso Drive south of Verdugo Boulevard, on the right when traveling south. Marker is located inside the park, open daily 9-5. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1418 Descanso Drive, La Canada Flintridge CA 91011, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. A different marker also named Descanso Gardens (approx. ¼ mile away); Lanterman House (approx. half a mile away); Montrose Vietnam War Memorial (approx. 0.9 miles away); National Flag Week

(approx. 0.9 miles away); The Crescenta-Cañada Valley (approx. 0.9 miles away); The Great Flood of 1934 (approx. 1½ miles away); San Rafael Rancho (approx. 1.8 miles away); Bonetto House (approx. 1.8 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in La Cañada Flintridge.

4worldlovers: DUE TO RECENT WINTER STORMS, SOME RECREATION AREAS MAY BE INACCESSIBLE OR CLOSED. PLEASE CHECK ALERTS & NOTICES FOR ANY CLOSURES / RESTRICTIONS / OFFICE UPDATES.

General Camping Info: Find helpful guidance and tips for an enjoyable trip to the forest!

Know Fire & Other Restrictions Before You Go! These conditions can affect your entire trip. For example, Extreme and Critical fire use restrictions mean no campfires and no portable cooking systems/stoves. Bring cold food and no S'mores.

Be Bear Aware! Bear safety is critical, for the safety of your group and/or you, as well as our bears. Help keep bears wild by following these tips.

NOTE: Gate may be closed to vehicular traffic due to fire danger levels or debris on road due to recent rain/flooding. If closed, plan to hike in or bike in approximately 3 miles to the campground.

Amenities: Walk-in to campsite from parking area approximately 25-150 feet from parking area. Six campsites. Picnic tables and campfire rings, vault toilets, no water available. Seasonal stream water may be available (treat before using). However, water flow may be low or non-existent due to reduced rainfall.

Fees: Camping - Adventure Pass/America the Beautiful Pass required. Campsites are first-come - first-served. No reserving or holding of campsites allowed.

Millard Campground may occasionally be closed due to bear activity. Be Bear Aware!

Please call the LA Gateway District Office at (818) 899-1900 for current conditions and additional information. For more office info visit Information & Pass Sales.

Location: From Interstate 210 in Pasadena, exit Lake Ave. and go north to Loma Alta Dr. Turn west (left) on Loma Alta and drive to Chaney Trail Drive (flashing yellow light). Take a right turn on Chaney and follow the road until it dead ends at the trailhead. Park at trailhead and follow signs to campground.

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