L.A. River Walk — Above Balboa
A riverside path with shade and scenery. Head upstream from Balboa Blvd along the soft-bottom section of the river and explore the stream, it fish, birds and other wildlife.
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Location
Start at Balboa Boulevard at the LA River and head upstream.
Parking: Balboa Boulevard in Van Nuys.
Directions
Car: Take Burbank Exit on the 405 freeway. Head West down Burbank. Make a right on Balboa. Continue down until reaching Balboa Park.
Transit: Take Orange Line to Balboa Station. Walk south until reaching Balboa Park entrance.
Nearby Parks
Sepulveda Basin Recreation Center - This is a gorgeous, spacious area with multiple parks, ample facilities, bike paths and one of the few soft-bottom sections of the River.
Nearby Dining
Xtacy Grill and Cafe 6345 Balboa Blvd # 180 CA 91316-1515 (818) 708-1314 Taqueria Juanito's 16851 Victory Blvd # 1 CA 91406-5560 (818) 781-6378 West Valley Cafe Last Updated by Los 5 days ago West Valley Cafe 5353 Balboa Blvd # 101 CA 91316-2810 (818) 461-0380