You know that Azusa is known for having everything "from A to Z" because of their unique name, but the "a to z" isn't just a marketing gimmick. The Goldline metro extension has a station in Azusa, and there's a lot to do in this humble part of the greater Los Angeles area.
Fish Canyon Falls/ Fish Canyon Trail
Who would have guessed that there's a beautiful hiking trail and fishing spot located near Los Angeles? The San Gabriel Mountains are close to Azusa, and for decades this spot was known as one of the most beautiful and tranquil places in the Southland. Mining activities have disrupted a lot of the beautiful surrounding landscape, but Fish Canyon is still as beautiful and tranquil as ever.
Duarte Historical Museum
Are you interested in local history? If not you should be, the Azusa area has a rich history that goes far back to the 19th century. The Durate Historical Museum is right by one of the Goldline metro station, it was built to show people the agricultural roots of the land, and show people what life was like before suburban homes took over the land. The area you know as Azusa used to be land owned by Andres Duarte, a Mexican solider who settled on the land. Duarte got into the ranching business and lived comfortably with his family until California became part of the United States. Like many Mexican settlers in California after the end of the Mexican-American War, Duarte owed years of back taxes to his new government. Eventually the 6,595 acres that Duarte owned were split up among other land owners and became Azusa, Arcadia, Baldwin Park, and a good chunk of Southern California.
Azusa Skate Park
Are you more into sports than you are history and nature? The Azusa skate park is definitely not for beginners, or skaters who aren't used to skating in urban areas. This concrete playground has an abundance of short banks and ledges for visitors to practice on, and it's free to use.
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