The final access point located on Cloverleaf Drive The fourth and final access point to the Hillside Wilderness Preserve will finally be open to residents, nearly 16 years after voters adopted two measures to save the hillsides from development. But before access can be granted, the city will need to spend $350,000 to purchase two easements from private property owners to access the trail, which City Council authorized last week, along with allocating an additional $100,000 for capital improvements in the area.
“It’s been a community priority for many years to resolve this particular issue and we think this is a sensible way to bring closure to the matter,” City Manager Oliver Chi said.
The 1,416 acres of wilderness offers several trails that give hikers and bikers a breathtaking view of Los Angeles and look directly upon Arcadia and Monrovia. The area is home to rare, native species and wildlife and — on a clear day — offers views straight to Santa Catalina Island.
Read Courtney Tompkins full article in The Pasadena Star-News HERE.
“It’s been a community priority for many years to resolve this particular issue and we think this is a sensible way to bring closure to the matter,” City Manager Oliver Chi said.
The 1,416 acres of wilderness offers several trails that give hikers and bikers a breathtaking view of Los Angeles and look directly upon Arcadia and Monrovia. The area is home to rare, native species and wildlife and — on a clear day — offers views straight to Santa Catalina Island.
Read Courtney Tompkins full article in The Pasadena Star-News HERE.
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