Pico Rivera is a region in southeastern Los Angeles County, California, characterized by its urban setting integrated with significant green corridors and river systems. Its location between the Rio Hondo and San Gabriel Rivers provides valuable green spaces and riverine habitats, offering diverse natural features for outdoor activities. The area supports several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and more, with terrain ranging from flat river trails to more challenging climbs in nearby areas.
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4.6
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Average rating
716
People visited

7
hikers
6.31km
01:53
210m
180m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
hikers
3.23km
01:04
270m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

913m
00:16
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

7.48km
01:53
20m
0m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
riders
49.2km
02:58
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54
riders
78.6km
04:34
110m
110m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
riders
36.6km
03:44
1,060m
1,060m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20
runners
5.40km
00:37
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
4.73km
00:32
10m
10m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
18.4km
02:28
570m
570m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
4.26km
00:26
20m
20m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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119
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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36
riders
34.0km
01:40
100m
100m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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26
riders
24.1km
01:13
30m
30m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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19
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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21
riders
37.3km
03:48
1,070m
1,070m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21
riders
20.2km
02:18
730m
730m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
riders
28.7km
02:40
720m
720m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
12.5km
01:12
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14
riders
48.6km
03:59
1,020m
1,020m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
32.8km
03:06
890m
890m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
29.0km
02:06
540m
540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
11.9km
01:01
250m
260m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Pico Rivera offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features extensive multi-use trails along river systems and local parks. There are 5 routes available, with an average rating of 4.59 stars from more than 3,000 visitors.
Popular cycling routes include the Rio Hondo Greenway Loop, a 30.6-mile (49.2 km) touring cycling route, and the San Gabriel River Trail, a 48.6-mile (78.2 km) path. The Bosque del Rio Hondo loop from Whittier Narrows is another option, covering 14.9 miles (24.0 km). For more information, explore the Cycling around Pico Rivera guide.
Yes, Pico Rivera offers several options for hiking and jogging. Local parks like Rivera Park and Streamland Park feature well-maintained walking trails. For more challenging hikes with elevation gain, Turnbull Canyon is located nearby. Discover more in the Hiking around Pico Rivera guide.
Yes, local parks such as Rivera Park and Streamland Park provide well-maintained, generally flat trails suitable for easy walks and family outings. These parks offer tranquil settings amidst greenery. For specific easy routes, consult the Easy hikes around Pico Rivera guide.
The terrain in Pico Rivera varies. River trails along the Rio Hondo and San Gabriel Rivers are mostly flat to gently rolling, ideal for cycling and jogging. Nearby Turnbull Canyon offers more challenging ascents, with roads climbing an average gradient of 5.2% and gaining 775 feet in elevation.
Pico Rivera provides several running trails, particularly within its local parks like Rivera Park, Smith Park, and Streamland Park. These parks offer maintained paths suitable for jogging. Dedicated running routes can be found in the Running Trails around Pico Rivera guide.
Yes, Pico Rivera and its surrounding areas offer routes suitable for Mountain biking and Gravel biking. The extensive multi-use trails along the river systems can accommodate these activities. For detailed routes, refer to the MTB Trails around Pico Rivera and Gravel biking around Pico Rivera guides.
Pico Rivera is characterized by its integration of urban and natural environments, particularly its green corridors and river systems. The Rio Hondo and San Gabriel Rivers are prominent features, offering riverine habitats and recreational paths. The San Gabriel Mountains provide a scenic backdrop for longer routes.
The outdoor routes in Pico Rivera are well-regarded on komoot. There are 5 routes available, which have been explored by more than 3,000 visitors. These routes hold an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars.
The official website for the City of Pico Rivera is www.pico-rivera.org. This site provides general information about the city and its services.
The general phone number for Pico Rivera City Hall is +1-562-942-2000. This number can be used for general inquiries regarding city services and information.

