La Cañada Flintridge City Overview
La Cañada Flintridge is a city in Los Angeles County, California. Located in the Crescenta Valley, it is an affluent residential community home to NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) and Descanso Gardens.
Location and Climate
La Cañada Flintridge is located northwest of Pasadena. It has a Mediterranean climate.
Best Time to Visit
Spring is best for the gardens.
Best Ways to Get Around
A car is essential.
Top 5 Things to Do
- Visit Descanso Gardens: A 150-acre botanical garden famous for its camellias and oak forest.
- Tour JPL: (Advance reservations required) Visit the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (technically in Pasadena/La Cañada).
- Hike the trails: Explore the nearby Angeles National Forest trails.
- Visit the Lanterman House: A historic bungalow museum.
- Shop at the Town Center: The main retail area.