"The Legacy of Lucky Baldwin" Arcadia by kcbrit

Arcadia Travel Guide: 31 reviews and 85 photos

Arcadia is 18 miles north east of Los Angeles. I lived here for a short time and worked at the track for some time. The races are run at different times of the year so check their website first to see if the races are actually being held. There is a large mall next to the track and numerous buses available. The Los Angeles County Arboretum is next to the racetrack so it is possible to have a really busy day there if you plan it right. If you have a car take Santa Anita Ave all the way to the top to Chantry Flats and hike the San Gabriel Mountains. Summers are very hot so plan on activities in cooler places in the middle of the day.

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  • Pros:Easy access and plenty to do for a couple of days
  • Cons:No nightlife
  • In a nutshell:Worth a day or two if you are in the area
  • Last visit to Arcadia: Mar 2003
  • Intro Updated May 16, 2003
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5K fun run at the racetrack Sports & Outdoors (2)

5K road race - starts in parking lot of Mall, goes through Arboretum and ends up on the inner training track at Santa... more travel advice

Hiking in San Gabriel Mountains Things to Do (1)

Drive 5 miles north on Santa Anita from 210 freeway, after purchasing a day pass from one of the nearby stores. Chantry... more travel advice

Escaping the heat Shopping (2)

Nice Mall with wide range of shops. Good choice of eating places including California Pizza Kitchen. Great place to go... more travel advice

Horse Racing Sports & Outdoors (2)

Enjoy a day at the track. there is a nice infield with a playground if you have kids. The stands were built in the 1920s... more travel advice

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