Whittier Greenway Trail

We found this trail somehow when we were searching for places to hike nearby. It’s pretty sketchy and we felt unsafe on more than a few occasions along our treck. It’s almost completely flat and not very pretty, at least where we were There were people smoking marijuana off to the side and I’m pretty sure we witnessed a drug deal as well. I’d recommend trying somewhere else.

Great for morning runs!

Love this trial.
I just joined planet fitness and nothing or any gym can match up to this trial.
1. Serenity
2. Peaceful
3. Tranquility
And what a workout! 3^rd hill is at a 40 degree angle.

Nice trail to walk although in certain parts it starts to look very dull and there is no water fountains what so ever along the trail besides maybe the park.

This trial is amazing especially for people just going out for a stroll or people trying to train for a marathon. It is an urban setting so no woods or natural environment just parks, city streets, and local neighborhoods. Now don’t get me wrong they do have a good amount of shade, trees, bushes, and flowers. The trail is clearly labeled with some interesting facts along the way it is a really long stretch. So give yourself enough time to go and comeback. The return trip is kind of boring because you have to use the same path to return but it keeps you motivated because you know how close you are to the end. They actually keep the trail really clean and the only bad thing is that there aren’t enough bathrooms or lightning along the trail. But if you are willing to venture off the trail you can get to any resource rather easily.

When I lived in Whittier I loved this trail! It was long and very clean I never saw trash anywhere! There was always plenty of people riding bikes or walking so I always felt safe too. I miss this trail :(

I live a right in back of this trail on the pioneer blvd side, I usually take my Dog on the trail for her daily walks. This is a very nice trail, it has a bike path and a dirt trail for joggers/​walkers. The trail features mile markers so you can see how far you’ ve come, it has stops all through out Whittier if you need a restroom, water or just a breather. Its amazing to see how this was an old railroad track and now its a beautiful scenic trail going through the heart of whittier.

Beautiful long trail! Loved it, my baby puppy loved the trail and my parents loved it!
It’s definitely nice in the better woods of town! At night it’s sorta creepy because it gets dark, but lots of bikers and hikers!

A great way to make good use of land. I love the windmills over Washington. Very whimsical. My only comment would be too add places to rest if you go on a long walk. Certain sections have great shady areas and are great in the summer, but I wish there were more. I hope more cities think about creating more trails like this one.

Didn’t ride the trail, walked a bit of it at Palm Park, visit was to check out the trail for a future date. Palm Park pretty, but really for the amount of money that was spent on this trail, I had hoped for more. First off no signage that I could see on City streets that told you where the trail was. Not all stopping points accessible by car, not sure how to access trail. The map of the trail on the trail wasn’t helpful for our purposes. That being said, make sure you have good maps and directions before you start. Will try again in the future.

As a general rule I have always felt that Los Angeles is simply a hole– a horrible place that nobody in their right mind would ever care to be. Actually, I think this is closer to a fact than a feeling, but c’est la vie. However, upon visiting family that lives in Whittier I have had to at least partially re-​evaluate my feelings about Los Angeles. Whittier especially seems like a nice place to live, and I was delighted to find the Whittier Greenway Trail snaking it’s way through town. The trail is great for a quick walk or a nice bike ride — a respite from the hustle and bustle going on all around.

I Love This Idea Whoever Thought Of Making This Into A Walking Trail Must Really Care About Saftey & Well Being Of Others. Of The Almost six Years I’ve Lived In This City I Never Heard Of Anyone Getting Run Over When Crossing The Street To Continue Walking This trail. (Go Figure) So This Trail Was A Very Good Idea. They Have Very Pretty Plants Inside & For The Most Part It’s Usually Clean. My Only Warning Is To Watch Out For A Really Big Tall Black Or Dark Brown Dog He Bites If You Walk Too Close & The Owner DOESN’T Care! Another Is To Not Walk Alone Or Small Groups After Dark Or When The Sun Isn’t High Anymore Because People Are Hiding In The Bushes And Robbing People. There’s Also Been Numerous Incidents Towards East Whittier Area Where People Are Followed & Two Women Were Raped. Be CAREFUL!

The trail would have gotten a better rating if there weren’t so many odd characters on it. At the start there’s a nice park and a few schools and I actually thought wow this is a great trail, but as you get further on the trail you’re gonna wish you brought your pepper spray… just in case. I saw some homeless people doing drugs on the side of the trail, a special ed teenager yelling out random things that made no sense, a couple arguing and a few high schoolers ditching class. Throughout my run I was trying to get past these people as soon as possible so I guess you can say it was motivating in a «run for your life» sorta way.

This trail is a beautiful one to walk, run, ride your bike, etc… I love coming here especially on mornings. It’s so peaceful and you can really clear your head. It’s never too packed so you get to really enjoy your walk. This trail goes on forever from Whittier. It’s on Lambert.
They have beautiful trees and plants throughout and a line separating both ways coming. There’s also spots where you can stop at a little weight station. Any time you get to a light you do have to cross the street to continue walking the trail. There are no lights at night so I would make sure you come when it is daylight.
I love to come with my little family to walk and my daughter ride her bike. It’s a great trail to check out especially if you’re in Whittier

I totally forgot about this little trail! I went on it even while it was in the building stages, lol, I didn’t know it wasn’t open (duh).
I stopped going while it opened and was extremely populated (although I imagine weekends during cooler times & weekdays after work being crowded) it’s still not that bad, and you can customize it to your liking. Honestly, I prefer the longer distance in the direction towards East Whittier. (I don’t know, but I heard a few rumors about the safety issues going towards Pioneer & if your familiar w/​that area, it’s always been sketchy). If your female and alone, just be careful, especially walking towards Palm Park.
Anyways, mending my health, I can’t really run and only do slow hiking or long distance walking. This meets my needs. I love how they keep up w/​maintenance and the markers letting you now how many miles. I love how they have placed the gym equipment in certain spots, cool to see our community utilizing them for their health benefit.
Also love t he little boards w/​historical information of the area and John Greenleaf Whittier (as well as the maps of trail). It’s great that our younger generation get an insight of what was past. Which is why our beloved city is still flourishing. On the flipside of that note, I hope to see it kept up, as I noticed spots of graffiti, litter and poop (really people? there are doggie bag dispensers throughout the entire trail, how lazy and inconsiderate ! The city will eventually cut back (for whatever reasons unforeseen) and it will be sad that some people can’t be respectful of that. I’ve been to the flat trail in Manhattan Beach & can not even compare it; Apples & Oranges — (different area/different…well you know) :(
Nice to see families & everyone enjoying it! With that said (here we go) please also be considerate of others and move aside when people on foot or bike are trying to pass by as I’ve seen the groups of people that walk together (I wish they had a emoji slapping it’s head as to «Why?») That’s just the sign of the times and quite frankly it’s scary,
It’s still really nice to have that and from what I hear, will be extending it… Oh Yay! Can’t wait for that.

I’m here almost everyday. If you come here you more than likely have seen me. I’m the king of the greenway trail!!! This is the best jogging trail ever!

I love this trail even though I got runners knee for visiting too often. I am a morning person (don’t stalk me, I’ll shank you) and it’s cool to see many of the same people during my morning jog. I usually do 4 miles but it’s my goal to run the whole thing at some point.
I’ve had one bad experience with some crazy yelling at us from under the bridge (where Whittier, Santa Fe Springs, and Washington meet) and there are dog owners that don’t pick up their pets dooty, but overall, I think it’s a great trail to run, walk, bike, etc.

I am mot here as often as I should or would like to be, again it is very nice and great for kids, the trail is clean and we’ll maintained, I like to park at palm park have a picnic and then go for a walk or jog while my kids use it to skate, roller blade or ride scooters. It’s weird that as long as it is you feel safe through out all of it

Love coming here either I come to jogg with my dog and bf or I come to ride my bike very friendly atmosphere and its pretty close by from were I live=)

What used to be an abandoned railroad track is now a nicely paved road for the entire community to enjoy. I drive by this trail every day, but I would only see certain sections of it from the main road. Little did I know that this trail stretches about 15 miles from Mills all the way to Hadleys. If you’re planning on riding your bike and you don’t live too far from the trail, I recommend making your way to the starting point by taking the dirt road. I had a lot of fun going over the rocks even with dust trailing behind my husband’s bike and settling on me. Since it was our first time on the trail and we were unfamiliar with it, we used a cycling phone app called Strava to help us navigate.
I love it because it’s a leisurely ride for beginner cyclists like me. The trail is long so you get enough cardio, but it’s mostly flat so it’s not too challenging where you’re left with no energy after a long day’s work. I’m even hesitant to call it a trail because it’s more like a path. I also like that it’s clean and well-​kept. Don’t come alone though or late at night because bad people could easily hide in the bushes.
What You’ll See:
–Families, friends, couples on their bikes
–Lovers strolling
–Historical landmarks with fun facts about the railroad track that it used to be
–People jogging and walking or enjoying the company of their children or dogs
–Workout stops with gym equipment
–Front and back views of people’s homes, commercial and industrial businesses
–Beautiful trees and landscaping
–The sunrise or sunset depending on when you go
–Schools, churches and other typical elements that make up a community
What You’ll Smell:
–Barbecue from residents grilling in their backyard
–Nature
What You’ll Hear:
–Cyclists zooming by old and young
–People panting from their workouts
–Hushed conversations
–Laughter
–Cars beeping their horns
–Sirens from police cars and ambulances
According to news websites, the city has approved expansion to this trail which will make it stretch all the way to Brea. That’s exciting but it might take a few years before coming to fruition.
The only downside is that the trail is not entirely connected. It’s broken by the main roads, and you have to go through a lot of traffic lights and stop signs. On the bright side, this gives you the opportunity to rest for a few seconds or a minute before continuing on. You also have to dodge through a lot of people if you ride your bike at a busy time because the trail is quite narrow. Just make sure you follow all signs and ride safe at all times.
Overall this trail made me feel incredibly happy and fulfilled and I can’t wait to try it again. I was actually sad when it ended. Next time my husband and I plan to try it in the morning. It’s a sweet little luxury to have a safe trail like this right in your own backyard and Whittier residents should be grateful for that. The best part for me was going over the bridge that crosses the intersection because of the picturesque view with the sun and palm trees in the background.