As directed by Congress in July 2003 (P.L. 108-042) , the National Park Service (NPS) is conducting a “special resource study” of portions of the San Gabriel River and its tributaries from the city of Santa Fe Springs to the north, and the San Gabriel Mountains within the territory of the San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy. This area includes portions of the Angeles National Forest, as well as many communities along the San Gabriel River. Many people, organizations, and agencies are working to conserve resources in this area to provide recreational opportunities, habitat restoration, watershed improvement, and flood protection. This study is intended to build on and complement the efforts that are underway.

What is a special resource study?

Why is the National Park Service conducting this special resource study?

Resource Analysis

The NPS study team is evaluating the resources within the study area to determine whether there are nationally significant natural or cultural resources, where there are recreation needs and opportunities, and whether there are areas suitable for inclusion in a national park unit. The study team is researching and evaluating these resources based on existing data, and working with scientists, historians, local researchers, community members, and others who know the area’s resources. For more information on the study process, click here.

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