Plenty of small-town charm between the mountains and the sea
Set among the sprawling suburbs of the San Gabriel Valley, San Dimas exudes that small town feel just 25 miles east of bustling downtown Los Angeles. With historic Route 66 running along the town's northern edge, a San Dimas vacation rental puts you in the heart of locally run activities and eateries. Between the San Gabriel Mountains to the north and the Pacific beaches to the south, there's no shortage of outdoor activities on tap. And if you're thinking San Dimas sounds familiar, it might be from the 80s movie classic, "Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure." Party on, dudes!
No one should ever pass up a great burger
Get a taste of days gone by on the original path of iconic Route 66, or (literally) at the replica of the original 1948 In-N-Out Burger drive-thru stand in nearby Baldwin Park. San Dimas is also home to Raging Waters theme park, a perfect complement to the lovely weather. Train buffs will want to check out the Pacific Railroad Society Museum, while stargazers should head to Mount Wilson Observatory. Both the young and young-at-heart will enjoy a day playing at Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, just 30 miles away in Anaheim.
From boats and beaches, to birds and Mt. Baldy
There's a little bit of something for every outdoor enthusiast at a San Dimas vacation rental. The town's biggest outdoor draw is Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park, where you'll find plenty of nature trails, picnic spots, and some A+ bird watching, as well as boating and swimming on the popular Puddingstone Reservoir. Don't miss the equestrian center while you're there. Golfers have their pick of courses in town, while hikers will enjoy the waterfalls in Santa Anita Canyon and the spectacular views from the summit of Mount Baldy in Angeles National Forest. Of course, this is California, so the sand and surf are never far away.
Soak up that famous Southern California sunshine
It doesn't get much better than this. When you opt for a San Dimas vacation rental, you can expect temperatures between the 60s and the 90s all year long. Winters are mild, while summers are hot and dry. July and August are the warmest, with highs well into the 90s. Even in the coldest "winter" months of December through February, the mercury rises comfortably into the 60s. Nighttime lows can dip down into the 40s, so you'll probably want to bring a jacket. The good news is, you can leave all thoughts of snow behind.
The best of both worlds in the San Gabriel Valley
You can have it all in San Dimas. Head north and you'll quickly be in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. The lush pines of Angeles National Forest are home to rolling hills, cascading waterfalls, and towering peaks, including Mt. Baldy, the tallest in the region. Head south through the South Hills and you'll hit the world-renowned beaches of the Pacific Ocean. The rocky coasts and sandy stretches are the ideal place to catch the perfect wave or relax with some amazing sunsets.
Transportation options to and around San Dimas
The nearest airport is in Los Angeles Intl. (LAX), located 36 mi (57.9 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT), which is 12.8 mi (20.6 km) away.
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