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La Cañada Flintridge, CA

La Cañada Flintridge, commonly known as just La Cañada is a city in the foothills of the Verdugo Mountains in Los Angeles County, California, United States. Located in the Crescenta Valley, on the western edge of the San Gabriel Valley, it is the location of NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Before the city's incorporation on November 30, 1976, it consisted of the two distinct communities of La Cañada and Flintridge. The population was 20,573 at the 2020 census.

Reference to the entire city is often shortened to just "La Cañada" or seldom to just "Flintridge". The full city name specifically does not have a hyphen in it, to illustrate unity between the two communities that became one.

During the Spanish and Mexican eras, the area was known as Rancho La Cañada. La Cañada comes from the Spanish word cañada (pronounced [kaˈɲaða]), meaning 'canyon', 'gorge', or 'ravine'.

In December 1933 and January 1934, the La Cañada Valley was severely flooded in the Crescenta Valley flood (1933 and 1934).

The city is situated in the Crescenta Valley and the far western end of the San Gabriel Valley, between the San Gabriel Mountains and Angeles National Forest to the north, and the San Rafael Hills to the south. Most of the city drains southeastward toward the Arroyo Seco area in Pasadena, but the western part of the city (generally west of Alta Canyada Road) drains southward toward Glendale via Verdugo Canyon. Both drainages join the Los Angeles River north of downtown Los Angeles.

La Cañada Flintridge varies in elevation from about 970 feet (300 m) just below Devil's Gate Dam in the Arroyo Seco to about 2,400 feet (730 m) at the highest neighborhood, along the mountain front east of Pickens Canyon, at the upper end of Ocean View Blvd. The city limits extend into the San Gabriel Mountains and reach 3,440 feet (1,050 m) along Mount Lukens Road, which follows the crest line well above the developed city.

In August 2009, the city came under threat by the Station Fire. The city is considered a "very high fire hazard severity zone" because of the local topography at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains and the abundance of California Live Oak, despite an aggressive fire safety program

La Canada Flintridge focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by La Canada Flintridge Recreation and Community Services Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Orangetheory Gym, Rose Gold Fitness, and Anytime Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around La Canada Flintridge, such as the Gould Mesa Trail Camp and the Memorial Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in La Canada Flintridge, CA are Descanso Gardens, Mount Wilson Observatory, and Lanterman House.

Population: 19,538 (2023). ZIP codes: 91011, 91012. Area code: 818. Elevation: 1,188′. Area: 8.64 sq mi (22.39 km2).

FAQs

Is La Cañada Flintridge, CA a nice place to live?

La Cañada Flintridge is in Los Angeles County and is one of the best places to live in California. Living in La Cañada Flintridge offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In La Cañada Flintridge there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Residents of La Cañada Flintridge tend to have moderate political views.

What is the median home price in La Cañada Flintridge, CA?

The median home price in La Canada Flintridge is $2,970,000 with a median price per sqft of $960. The cost of living index for housing estimates the cost of housing in La Canada Flintridge to be 235.2% of the national average. This makes it one of the most expensive cities in the US.

Is La Cañada Flintridge, CA safe?

The crime rate in La Cañada Flintridge is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although, at 20 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in La Canada Flintridge is 1 in 51. Based on FBI crime data, La Canada Flintridge is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to California, La Canada Flintridge has a crime rate that is higher than 55% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of La Cañada

La Canada Flintridge Recreation and Community Services Department

Orangetheory Gym

Rose Gold Fitness 

Anytime Fitness

Gould Mesa Trail Camp 

Memorial Park

Descanso Gardens

Mount Wilson Observatory

Lanterman House

Niche

Zero Down

Neighborhoodscout

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