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The Santa Fe Dam Reservoir is a hidden oasis
nestled within an 836-acre park, with the
picturesque San Gabriel Mountains providing
a scenic backdrop. Located in southern Los
Angeles County, in the City of Irwindale,
this 70-acre reservoir is considered one of
the best paddling destinations in the
region.
The park is home to a variety of California
native plants and wildlife, including cactus
wrens, California gnatcatchers, scissor-tail
flycatchers, horned lizards, and kangaroo
rats. Maintained by the California Parks and
Recreation Department, the Santa Fe Dam
Recreational Park offers a welcome escape
from the hectic pace of Los Angeles.
Visitors can explore awesome trails by
bicycle or on foot, immersing themselves in
the beautiful, isolated outdoors. The
reservoir itself is a 3-mile u-shaped
stretch with a total park perimeter of 6.3
miles, though there is no continuous path
around the entire area.
The park provides a range of recreational
activities for outdoor enthusiasts,
including year-round kayaking, fishing,
 and
use of non-motorized watercraft on the
reservoir. For those seeking a peaceful
respite from the city, the Santa Fe Dam
Recreational Area is a hidden gem worth
discovering.
Map of Santa fe Dam
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