Discover San Dimas

San Dimas brings together nature experiences, recreational activities and local history. When planning a stay, it’s worth considering the different highlights: Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park offers trails and water activities, while the San Dimas Canyon Nature Center focuses on native wildlife and habitats. Historic sites and recurring events round out the picture of the city.

Trails, Nature and Water

Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park covers 1,800 acres and has 14 miles of multi-use trails. These figures describe two different aspects of the park: its total area and the extent of its trail network. San Dimas has several recreational trails.

Hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and leashed dogs are permitted on the Antonovich Trail. Trail management may change the permitted uses, so check the latest information before your visit.

Personal watercraft such as jet skis are permitted at Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park in San Dimas. Swimming is allowed at the park’s swimming beaches. The swimming beaches’ opening hours and operating conditions may change. Park rules and safety requirements for watercraft may also change; check the latest information before your visit.

San Dimas is also home to Raging Waters Los Angeles, a water park that operates seasonally. If the water park is part of your plans, check the information for your intended travel dates.

The San Dimas Canyon Nature Center opened in the 1950s and was the first nature center in the Los Angeles County park system. The center and its wildlife sanctuary introduce visitors to native wildlife and chaparral and oak woodland habitats. The center is home to several animal ambassadors.

History and Events

The Walker House was originally built between 1885 and 1888 as the San Dimas Hotel. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a California Point of Historical Interest.

The Pacific Railroad Society Museum is located in the historic Santa Fe Depot in San Dimas and is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on most Saturdays of the month. The operator recommends confirming the schedule before your visit.

The San Dimas Historical Society offers digital resources featuring archival documents and unique artifacts related to the history of San Dimas. These resources focus on historical materials in digital form.

The San Dimas Rodeo is held annually at Horsethief Canyon Park alongside Western Days on the first weekend of October. The San Dimas Festival of Arts holds an exhibition and sale of Western art each year on the last weekend of April. The recurring dates therefore fall in October and April. If either event is important to your trip, confirm the current dates.

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