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La Canada - Spotlight on Descanso Gardens

Spotlight on Descanso Gardens, La Canada Flintridge

La Canada - Descanso Gardena entrance signAmong the treasures of La Cañada Flintridge is Descanso Gardens.  With over 80 acres, Descanso Gardens is truly one of the most beautiful sites in Southern California.

As you enter Descanso Gardens, you will find abundant free parking. 
Adjacent to the parking lot is a picnic area with tables nestled under a canopy of trees.

Descanso Gardens is a popular destination for weddings and wedding photography.  What a lovely backdrop for wedding photos!








 La Canada - Descanso Gardens  

Descanso Gardens has trails and paths, streams, and is known for their camellias and oaks.  The flowers and fauna are truly amazing.  The setting is ideallic. 

If you are a visitor to Descanso Gardens, you probably will see many generations enjoying this oasis from city life.

In addition to the gardens, you will find a Japanese Tea House, a gift shop and a cafe.  Relax and enjoy the ambiance!

The landmark "Boddy House" has art exhibits.   There is also the "Enchanted Railroad" (narrow gauge).  Tram tours are offered.


The facilities are available for rental.  Descanso Gardens has special events and lectures that are open to the public, plus volunteer opportunities.

If you are visiting Southern California, make sure to plan a visit to Descanso Gardens in La Cañada.  For additional information on this La Canada landmark, visit their website:  Descanso Gardens

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Read additional information about La Canada: 
La Canada Hiking Trails
La Canada Hiking Trails - photographs

For additional information on La Canada, or on La Canada real estate, please contact Fran and Rowena of Dilbeck Realtors GMAC at (818) 952-0077.

Fran and Rowena serve the greater Foothills communities of La Canada (La Canada Flintridge), La Crescenta, Pasadena, Sunland, Tujunga, Glendale, South Pasadena, Altadena, Arcadia, Sierra Madre, and the greater Los Angeles area.

Dilbeck Realtors is independently owned and operated.

Posted Sunday Dec 21