About Montrose
Montrose is a lovely neighborhood in northern Los Angeles County bordered by the
large Angeles National Forest. The community shares schools, parks, and festivals
with their next door neighbor La Crescenta. While they are separate entities their
proximity and sharing of services, etc. often result in the area being referred
to as La Crescenta-Montrose.
This picturesque community has beautiful communities with houses of varying styles,
sizes, and prices. There are lovely neighborhoods that offer welcoming homes, some
with mountain views, on landscaped lawns with swimming pools and patios. Residents
enjoy picnics in the backyard, pool parties, leisurely strolls or a running workout,
and quiet relaxation in the shade. There are also well designed townhouses and condominium
complexes with well designed units of varying sizes and owner amenities such as
outdoor cookout areas, swimming pools, and spas.
The Glendale Unified School District oversees excellent public schools in the area.
There are seven elementary public schools, three are California Distinguished Schools
and three are Blue Ribbon Schools. The middle schools and two high schools are also
California Distinguished Schools. Private elementary and middle schools are also
available.
The area boasts a number of beautiful parks. Crescenta Valley Park is a large tree
covered park that provides the feel of being in the forest. Visitors enjoy the shaded
picnic areas, well equipped play areas, and athletic fields.. It is a dog friendly
park that has separate areas the keep small and large dogs apart. Another family
and pet friendly park is Two Strike Park. Children enjoy the well maintained play
equipment, rock climbing area, basketball courts, and open green space for running
and relaxing. Dunsmore Park is a smaller neighborhood park that has tennis courts,
a baseball diamond, playground, and picnic areas.
The neighboring Angeles National Forest offers many hiking opportunities. A favorite
is the Stone Canyon Trail that winds to the top of Mount Lukens. The climb is rewarded
with a panoramic view from the highest peak in the city. Nearby Deukmejian Wilderness
Park is a large 704 acre preserve with two steep canyons. Hikers enjoy the California
vegetation and wildlife, and are surrounded by breath taking landscapes. Those that
reach the higher elevations enjoy views of Crescenta Valley, San Gabriel Valley,
San Fernando Valley, the Glendale Mountains, and downtown Los Angeles.
Honolulu Avenue in Montrose is lined with stores, specialty shops, boutiques, services,
and eclectic eateries. The lovely street is a popular destination for those who
love to stroll and browse in beautiful surroundings. Spend a warm southern California
afternoon shopping and relaxing.
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