Information about attractions in Walnut, California.
Mt. San Antonio College Wildlife Sanctuary
10 acre nature preserve established in 1964 to protect
the natural habitat of plants, birds, and other animals
in the Walnut and the San Gabriel Valley.
Features a stream, a pond, and many species of birds.
Mt. San Antonio College Equine Center
Hhorse ranch management program established
at Mount San Antonio College to support the equine industry
by training students for careers in the industry.
Mt. San Antonio College
Also known as "Mt. SAC".
420 acre community college founded in 1946.
Located at 1100 North Grand Avenue in the city of Walnu.
Bob Quattlebaum Windmill
Metal windmill donated to the city of Walnut by the
Quattlebaum family in memory of the their frather bob Quattlebaum.
It was moved from the family's property on kelso Road to Suzanne Park.
Located on Fuerte Drive within Suzanne City Park.
W.R. Rowland Adobe Ranch House
Oldest house in the city of Walnut.
Located at 130 Avenida Alipaz.
Brookside Equestrian Center
Originally owned by the Sentous Family, holders of the 2,200 acre
Sentous Ranch. The center was a filming size for
the 19? film "National Velvet" starring a young Elizabeth Taylor.
Today the center is privately owned by the Walton family and used
as a venue for equestraian programs.
Located at 800 Meadow Pass Road in the city of Walnut.
According to a 2014 article the equestrian center
(1) at one time was designated a California State historical landmark,
and (2) the southern section of it was sold to a company
with plans. to build a housing development.
Historic Sites in Walnut
City Designated Historic Sites in Walnut
01. Suzanne Park | 625 Suzanne Road |
02. Bob Quattlebaum Windmill | Within Suzanne Park |
03. Brookside Equestrian Center | 800 Meadow Pass Road |
04. W. R. Rowland Adobe Ranch House | 130 Avenida Alipaz |
05. Bourdet Home (First Mayor) | 166 Lemon Avenue |
06. Martinez Adobe Site | Vejar Elementary School built on the site |
07. Carrey Home (important city family) | 20330 Carrey Road |
08. First Walnut City Hall Site | 20550 Carrey Road |
09. Wild Life Sanctuary of Mt. SAC | 1100 North Grand Avenue |
10. Grove of Walnut Trees | Grand Avenue |
City Parks of Walnut by Size
NAME:
Walnut Ranch Park
SIZE: 45.2 acres
ADDRESS: 20101 Amar Road
NAME:
Suzanne Park
SIZE: 14 acres
ADDRESS: 625 Suzanne Road
NOTE: First park built after the city's 1959 incorporation
NAME:
Creekside Park
SIZE: 12 acres
ADDRESS: 780 Creekside Drive
NAME:
Country Hollow Passive Park
SIZE: 7 Acres
ADDRESS: Country Hollow Drive / Parker Canyon
NAME:
Snow Creek Park
SIZE: 7 acres
ADDRESS: 21610 Snow Creek Drive
NAME:
Butterfield Park
SIZE: 4 acres
ADDRESS: 19730 Camino Arroyo
NAME:
Lemon Creek Park
SIZE: 3 acres
ADDRESS: 130 Avenida Alipaz
NAME:
Arroyo Park
SIZE: 2 acres
ADDRESS: 19891 Camino Arroyo
NAME:
Walnut Hills Park
SIZE: 2 acres
ADDRESS: 19475 Avenida Del Sol
NAME:
Norm Ashley Park
SIZE: 0.5 acres
ADDRESS: 19711 East Valley Boulevard
NAME:
Heidelberg Park
SIZE: 0.14 acres
ADDRESS: 20406 Loyalton Drive
Trails in Walnut
City of Walnut Trail Guide
Printable map featuring 30 miles of trails
within and passing through the city of Walnut.
Includes hiking trails, equestrian trails, and mountain biking trails.
Schabarum Trail
A section of the Los Angeles County Schabarum Trail
passes through the city of Walnut.
Shopping Centers in Walnut
Village West Shopping Center
Shopping center about 100,000 square feet in size
situated on the northwest corner of Grand Avenue and Valley Boulevard.
Located at 21555 Valley Boulevard in the city of Walnut.
City of Walnut Business Directory Map
City of Walnut Travel Guide
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