Down By the Los Angeles River: Friends of the Los Angeles Rivers Official Guide [Paperback]

Joe Linton (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2005

In the last decade millions of dollars have been spent on restoring and revitalizing the Los Angeles River and its surroundings. Dozens of parks, miles of bike trails, public art installations and hundreds of trees and plants follow the river as it winds 51 miles through more than 100 communities. Down by the Los Angeles River is the first on-the-ground guide to checking out sites new and old, and getting to know the historic river that runs through greater L.A. The book includes striking original illustrations as well as maps. Twenty-seven walks and twelve bike rides along the Los Angeles and its tributaries, each with directions to the starting point and descriptions of natural, historic, and artistic features along the way. The river paths are already popular for walkers and joggers, bicyclists, dog-walkers, historians and bird-watchers—a readymade audience for this one-of-a-kind book.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Joe Linton is an artist and activist who works as a fine artist, graphic artist, and illustrator. Joe is involved with various local progressive urban environmental causes, including Friends of the Los Angeles River, the Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition, the Bus Riders Union and Los Angeles Eco-Village.

Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Wilderness Press (October 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0899973914
• ISBN-13: 978-0899973913
• Product Dimensions: 5.6 x 0.8 x 8.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #452,294 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great reference guide March 22, 2006

By Misha

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This is a great book. If you like to hike, bike or just explore unique places, this is the book to get. I didn't realize there were so many places to see and explore all along the LA River area. This book is written in such an easy to read format. I enjoy reading and venturing to the sights mentioned in this book.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars The Perfect Gift for Bird Watching Lovers April 20, 2012

By Little Jay

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I love birds. I love Los Angeles. I'm so thankful the author published this book. Bird Watching is a rare hobby in Los Angeles. There are so many neat places to explore!! This book includes directions to parks, streams, river dams, and bike ways near the Los Angeles River. It includes detailed directions and cute sketches of each place!! A must buy for anyone who loves exploring in Los Angeles :)