The Rock Pools of the San Gabriel River near Azusa California

[@lopezexplora]

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[@eb8601]

This spot will always have a special place in my heart. For a short while I was pretty much homeless sleeping in friends cars and would wake up & come down to the river in the morning. It was a rough time for me then- 18, just left an abusive household & trying to kick my drug habits. I met my best friend up & found love. That was almost 18 years ago now:)

[@lopezexplora]

Hope everything is going well for you now 🙏

[@soinas-ii]

Ok. Ever heard of keeping things to yourself? You should learn a thing or two from stoicism. 😂

[@TheRogg94]

@@soinas-ii lol seems like you learned enough from narcissism

[@raulcastro925]

May God continue to bless you. In His name I pray.

[@EricUnderwood-v2x]

@@eb8601 up here In Oroville 20 years ago I had my Son drive me up into the west branch of the Feather River in Feather River Canyon Hwy 70 to Quincy...to kick a habit pitched a tent across from a Bald Eagles nest stayed there for thee months till I found myself again and got clean ...one of the most memorable times in my life...I continued to struggle but finally quit cold turkey and haven't looked back...Thank God.

[@crystalm290]

Because of you, me and my family and my dad went to go to this very location. We spent such a wonderful day together, creating memories. He was recently diagnosed with cancer so this one will go down in the memory book. Thank you sir

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you so much for watching, I’m so glad that you had a great time!! Sorry about the cancer news.

[@friendnamedjane8686]

That’s so beautiful!

[@EricUnderwood-v2x]

@@crystalm290 sending prayers for your Dad...I take it you're close by ...I grew up in Downey/Pico Rivera off the 605 fwy .. . great to hear you treating you and yours with The San Gabriel River...I loved going swimming up there so close yet worlds away from the fast lane...ya know if any of you likes fishing its free on Seal Beach and Huntington Beach pier ( Oceanside is better but kinda far) No fishing license required...if you interests you reply and ill fill you in on how to catch 🪝 em! ....Good eating fish! Kind Regards and I'll be praying for your Dad...✌️♥️🇺🇲🙏🗽

[@TerraNovaLife]

Prayers 🙏🏽 Health wealth and Happiness ⚔️

[@TerraNovaLife]

​@@lopezexploraHope he's doing well. ⚔️

[@mariarohmer2374]

Bless you for telling people not to litter. I cannot believe how many people treat nature with such disregard and disrespect. We should feel honor and protective of all the beauty. Too many selfish people in the world.

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you, watch this: SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@daisymae3883]

Exactly. How hard is it to bring extra trash bags to clean up and take away your mess??? It's a blessing to have these beautiful nature spots around us. All we need to do is enjoy the beautiful scenery and clean up when we're done. Littering is disgusting, leaves a blight on society, as well as destroys our precious resources.

[@lopezexplora]

@@daisymae3883 SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@mariarohmer2374]

@@lopezexplora If it's going to show me the bad side of people's behavior I don't think I can handle it.

[@mariarohmer2374]

@@daisymae3883 Yes, Daisymae, you are so right. The most simple and basic thing we can do too many people refuse to do. It's very difficult to live in a world where half the people want to do the best for our planet and the rest just don't even think about it or care! Thanks for being a conscientious human being.

[@Kbear9762]

I stopped going up here because of all the dirty diapers,trash ,graffiti and gang bangers who made it uncomfortable. This is a beautiful place that’s just been trashed. People put rocks across the river to form the deeper pools which due to environmental issues is illegal. Appreciate your video and telling people to keep it clean.

[@lopezexplora]

I know about the problem, it’s really sad. Watch this: SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@FoundtheLORD23]

I have learned to use kind words that will bring light into this dark world( we are losing the light)If something bugs me I try to make a difference by picking up the trash myself.

[@lopezexplora]

@FoundtheLORD23 Thank you 🙏 Watch this: SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@RobertVera-x7o]

Good stay away 😂

[@Airman_Fu]

I live on the Kern River and it gets trashed with the same thing. If you go any place, just take your trash out and if you have time, pick some more up. San Gabriel looks amazing man and cute pup. Edit: Also happy you had the life jacket on the youngest one.

[@64choicesyaaaa]

It was ALL pristine in the 70s. We called the East Fork,"Hippie Creek". We had some wonderful times there. People who hung out there were very diverse, it was an inspirational time in my life. Hopefully it is still like that. Your message is beautiful 😍. Please listen and keep it beautiful for ALL peoples to enjoy. Peace to you ALL❤😊✌️

[@yanirasomarriba7685]

Good that you mention not to leave trash 😊

[@lopezexplora]

Watch this SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@55melmel]

Yes, leave the trashy people out of nature. Natures alive and spirits of said nature exist and I hope you all realize we all depend of nature and each other or we all 🪦☠️ so be good mindful humans. They are watching you. 👽🧚‍♀️💜🙏👍😉

[@lopezexplora]

@55melmel Watch this: SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@55melmel]

@@lopezexplora oh danggggg. The fairies and nature spirits aren’t going to like this….. 🧚‍♀️☠️😩🪦💩👽

[@suzydoodle6348]

You have such a soft and soothing voice, very calming to listen to you. Thank you for reminding people to take their trash with them! Our Earth is amazingly beautiful, we need to keep it that way 😊

[@lopezexplora]

Watch this: SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@reddfoxx91]

Please keep it clean. Reminds me of fossil creek in Arizona. Priceless beauty

[@thehumblejourneyman8761]

Probably one of the best edited and humble, real videos I've ever seen. Great job, thank you!

[@lopezexplora]

🙏 Thank you. Now watch the bad side; SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@waterlover]

Glad to see someone telling the truth about trash . pack it in pack it out is the best way to keep nature beautiful

[@lopezexplora]

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[@mooredelira]

back in 1972, after coming back from Viet Nam, I went swimming there with my cousins from West Covina. I was from South El Monte..

[@lopezexplora]

1972? I was just a baby!

[@Verliny]

Is there restrooms here??

[@lopezexplora]

@Verliny yes there are, but not in the best conditions

[@backfromthedead553]

​@@VerlinyYes, they use the creek as a restroom. Enjoy!

[@Verliny]

@@backfromthedead553 😔

[@mserra2693]

Thank you for making this video to help people find these beautiful, local places. And for most in the surrounding areas that cant afford to go too far away for a little getaway with your kids. Just clean up after yourselves!

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you

[@leifkemp]

I live at the end of this river in Seal Beach. I love hiking these foothills & creeks 💪🏼❤️

[@Proboiler714]

You mean the drainage ditch lol

[@civilsocietyprivateinteres1711]

My local spot for 20 years too beautiful to see the source, old timers would tell me about the bonita in the river but they're all gone now, interesting to see a bonita road at the source, wonder if it's coincidence or not, lots of turtles in the river lately But yes it does get trashed at the river 😢 Local legend, shaper and the first owner of a surf shop in long Beach called rainbow bridge, ray spitzer, found a head floating in a burlap sack while waiting for a set in the 90s😅

[@dexterzaf]

We have biked on this road many times. We start at Cerritos Liberty Park and take the San Gabriel River Trail to Azusa Highway. Then we follow the East Fork to Glendora Mountain Road. Sometimes, we continue all the way to Crystal Lake. It's a long ride, almost 90 miles.

[@davidmack4495]

great video, my friend....I grew up in Glendora..I spent my youth exploring these canyons..I need to go back.

[@lopezexplora]

Watch my other videos too, got so many in the San Gabriel’s! What’s your favorite trail?? Thank you watching 🙏

[@EricUnderwood-v2x]

Hey David so did I! Never got around to the Sepulvada Basin after it rained...ever since I was a kid I'd see kids fishing the LA River by San Fernando Rd and off to the side of Interstate 5 on that cement apron....ever seen that? I grew up South of you in Downey this river runs out before it got to Telegraph Rd and The 605 freeway but up in Azusa great jumping rocks and pools....✌️ Eric Underwood Class of 81 Downey High School Downey California

[@EricUnderwood-v2x]

Oh and another thing...umm they are working on bringing back the Southern Steelhead back into the LA River.... Yup

[@riogirl1221]

THAT SECOND SPOT IS MY SPOT! I take my kids here all the time. My dad used to bring us here over 40 years ago! I LOVE THIS PLACE! I clean up amd taught my kids to do the same. I want to start a clean-up crew so we can clean it all up!

[@lopezexplora]

Watch this SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@hermanprez]

In the 50s, growing up in Whittier, the San Gabriels were the "mountains". First with parents and family and later with my girlfriend and our dogs we spent countless hours on the river exploring and fishing. We hardly went to the same place twice. I caught my first trout there. Saw my first rattlesnake. Back then it was almost pristine. I have only fond memories.

[@hikebytes]

Thank you so much for sharing such great video content and directions, with your soothing relaxing voice and style 🙌 you Rock at the rock pools

[@lopezexplora]

Oh you guys!! Thank you so much for your support, I really appreciate it. You also have an amazing channel!!

[@hikebytes]

Thank you! Our pleasure! 😀😀

[@montanaior7714]

When I was a child my family would drive from long Beach to this spot to Gold Prospect and enjoy the river this was in the late 70's and 80's I remember the bridge it looks the same today

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you for watching 🙏

[@OtherMike5000]

SAME!!! FROM LONG BEACH TOO!!! 7th and Orange. You?

[@montanaior7714]

@@OtherMike5000 Studabaker and Wardlow

[@whitetiger1008]

What a beautiful area, a beautiful video and a beautiful narration. I'm excited to follow you. ❤

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you 🙏 Welcome aboard!!

[@justagirlsd3000]

This brings back childhood memories 😻

[@Moni-T-V]

Thanks!

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you so much for your support, I really appreciate it. Thank you !!!🙏

[@serjiobinks91]

I remember going with my family, tias, tios, primos my whole family and stationed are selfs on the river streams and did cook outs, this video brought old beautiful memories brother thank you 😭

[@lopezexplora]

I’m glad you’ve enjoyed it, watch my other videos too. Thank you 🙏

[@cnc4243]

Same here!!!! We would have so much fun ❤ sadly none of my cousins could remember the name so finding this video made my week!!!

[@lopezexplora]

@@cnc4243 Yes I remember the first time I went my primos called “El rio de Azusa” but that would be all the information they could give. It wasn’t until I made my channel and starting to look for trails and stuff and when I was driving to hike to “Bridge to Nowhere “this place looked familiar and that was that. Thank you for watching , check my other videos too 🙏

[@kathy4life197]

I grew up in Covina. I left there in 1970, but I remember the San Gabriel mountains were my boyfriend and my refuge from the LA basin. This video makes me want to come back and find these pools. You are a beautiful being. Thank you for sharing.

[@lopezexplora]

🙏 Thank you

[@fairydust-weepthewildwinds]

I hope people keep this clean and take their trash…. And keep it beautiful.👍

[@lopezexplora]

Watch this: SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@lopezexplora]

@maidenthe80sla Watch this: SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@anthonymartinez8122]

Thank you for bringing back my favorite memories as a child!! It's been many years since I visited Azuza Canyon.

[@fastm3980]

@@anthonymartinez8122 it's not called Azusa canyon 😂 it's San Gabriel Canyon. I wondered why everyone calls it Azusa canyon.

[@OtherMike5000]

We used to go up there in the late 70s. There was a Fish Hatchery on the way where you could feed the fish. Epic California beauty! 🥰

[@nickidaisydandelion4044]

Lovely video great camera movement and angles showing the lush water. The viewer gets to really feel what it's like to be there. Thank you so much.

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you 🙏

[@tamaragorman7421]

Appreciate you sharing this! In the 70s we used to go to this river and play for hours there. We built our own rock pools back in the day. The water was beautiful and even had crawdads back then.

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you

[@Chi_chi_chia]

We always go there but never knew there's such a beautiful spot to swim .. much appreciated

[@lopezexplora]

Now is closed due to the Bridge Fire 🔥 Thank you for watching 🙏

[@aliciabanderas1022]

This is beautiful thank you for the wonderful illustration of the journey to the rock pools, you have a calming voice will be anticipating more videos

[@iamjjwalker4925]

great to see family having good times, plenty of laughter and smiles. Nice job on the video and information so others can enjoy...

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you 🙏

[@christopherhernandez3398]

Good job Ignacio 👍 Pure snow melt super clean water

[@sheilaobrien7156]

I used to go there and my dogs and cats loved Azules waters Your videography and storytelling is unique and insightful gracias’ Amigoes until next time

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you !

[@luluramos2981]

I'm glad this showed up in my feed. This brought back so many memories. We grew up going to the Azusa mountains, almost every day in the summer. We used to try to pile more rocks on the current dam to make the pools bigger 😁 Good Times!

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you for watching 🙏

[@TheTriple3A]

Brother, you just brought me back to my childhood memories. Use to go there all the time. Thank you for rediscovering these locations. I'm definitely going to take my kiddos and have some good family time.💯✝️🙏🙌

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you for watching, there is a bad side to the story, watch this: SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@EricUnderwood-v2x]

As a teenager we spent countless hours up there swimming fishing hiking getting stoned! Watching people get stuck in the mud! There's HUGE BASS in those reservoirs youll pass ..used to be wild Native Rainbow Trout up there in the River ....Fish and Game usex to plant trout in the 80s ... I think they stopped. Eric Underwood Class of 81 Downey High school California ✌️♥️🇺🇲🙏🗽

[@quailshootr6389]

Back in the 90's this area was a nice area to trout fish, and youre right, Fish n Game used to plant. Sad to hear they no longer do so because people have become trash and losers who disrespect nice places.

[@EricUnderwood-v2x]

@@quailshootr6389 Yup...we enjoyed a much better time than nowadays....there was a real common respect that was just there... probably cuz you can't smack anybody anymore that needs smacking! Like I said and you said it's was better.. I just learned that fish n game stopped stocking trout because of the endangered red legged 🐸 frog....✌️

[@quailshootr6389]

@@EricUnderwood-v2x Red legged frog = translation: "We will no longer fund trout plants because we are broke and may start paying out reparations " lol

[@EricUnderwood-v2x]

@@quailshootr6389 Ribbet!

[@EricUnderwood-v2x]

@@quailshootr6389 Did you ever do the hike back to Fish Canyon...? The waterfall

[@sisqsam]

Great video. Back in the 60's, 70's & early 80s, I spent a lot of time in that canyon. There are some awesome back packing areas. My favorite hike was to the Bridge to nowhere. Back then there was no trash.

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you 🙏 Watch this, you’ll love it!! Hiking guide to the Bridge to Nowhere and Devil’s Gulch Waterfalls kzbin.info/www/bejne/d57Qh4F-rNd9gNk

[@docsav1331]

Thank you! Looks like a great spot for fun and cooling off!

[@AMWLure]

Looks like a beautiful piece of nature, Thank you for asking people to keep it clean, even the trash isn't yours, pick it up and help keep it clean for others to enjoy, start a trend.

[@lopezexplora]

Watch this SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@stevenrandolph1654]

It was never tagged up in the 90’s and was always kept clean . Some of us don’t bring spray paint and Modelo beer to have a good time . Please keep this place clean . Also maybe read some history books on the people that were in these mountains long before any of us And even with gold mining and other ventures never destroyed it like this new generation.

[@bn5445]

Yeah, the native indians

[@vera02]

Mexicans 😂

[@whumptapus]

Really? It’s a generation issue? With that logic then maybe it’s the parent’s generation that fails at raising well behaved youth In reality, I see kids who volunteer to pick up trash and see adults who teach kids about nature and native history all of the time. Nobody is to blame. Azusa canyon has become more popular over the years and has attracted more homeless people and delinquent groups of people. It’s an unfortunate byproduct of higher public interest and low supervision no matter the decade

[@stevenrandolph1654]

@@whumptapus with logic like this the new generation has no responsibility for their own actions . My kid never ran around tagging walls while drinking modelo’s

[@whumptapus]

@@stevenrandolph1654 That’s not quite it, friend. Everyone is accountable. Anyone could help pick up trash, clean graffiti, and educate youth about nature and history. The change starts with you

[@karencox7617]

It’s nice to see young ones enjoying & respecting nature.

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@alexpirumyan7574]

i love your videos, thank you for the great in depth directions!

[@lopezexplora]

My pleasure, thank you for watching my work 🙏

[@robertsaly9551]

Thank you for sharing this video & most definitely I am with you on cleaning up after ourselves. Bless you again for sharing! 🙏🏻

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you for watching, this is the reason I’m always mentioning the trash problem: SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@Peace_love23]

I went once, and it was trashy and dog poo everywhere! If people bring food in, they can take their trash out with them! Also they can clean up after their pets. Keep the river clean it is a beautiful place🌿

[@mariselaestrada805]

Thank you sooo much! Your video is sooo helpful! Ive watched many videos and people will tell you the spots they go but they never go into detail in how they get there. Thank you sooo much! Please keep making more

[@lopezexplora]

My pleasure!! Watch this: How to get to Stoddard Falls step by step kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5ukfH2qaLR8f68

[@americawestclaudia]

Thank you so much and God bless you!

[@salincal]

For your next trip!😅

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you so much I really appreciate it, best regards!! ❤️

[@jdavisfreshoil3658]

Beautifully made. Thank you. ❤

[@robertsaly9551]

Totally agree

[@TwinSister1957]

Hello Azusa, Ca My Auntie Eileen lived in Azusa. I graduated from Duarte High School which is so close. Its best to remember the good times, bad times belong buried.

[@xtigerleelee]

Wow! Had no idea this existed by Azusa. So surprised to see how clear the water is. Love that the area is so clean as well. I will bookmark this. Thank you for sharing!

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you 🙏

[@preshus2043]

Thanks for this video. Your directions was "spot on" and very easy to follow.

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you for watching 🙏 Wonder what’s beyond this river if you hike 5 miles following it?? Watch this: The San Gabriel River Rock Pools and the Bridge to Nowhere kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnfdfp15jt6His0

[@cal88usa]

Wow this is beautiful, thank you for posting.

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you

[@GabyInAction]

At the advice of your video, I went up to the rock pools and found myself a lovely spot. I’m from the east coast and have been missing the rivers, creeks, and dense nature so going here meant a lot to me. Also at your suggestion, I brought a trash bag and cleaned up the pool I was at and the surrounding area; I filled the bag! I will definitely bring friends and family here next time and have them help to tidy up as well. Thank you so much for this video.

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you so very much for watching and for taking the time to clean the place. Thank you, thank you 🙏

[@DJMNM310]

Se ve muy bien ese lugar. Saludos.

[@lopezexplora]

Gracias 🙏

[@92501le386]

Very nice video, you have a grace about you. Very kind of you to share this.

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you 🙏

[@Swingman7000]

Yay, English version! I wish I could speak Spanish, but I’m not smart enough lol.

[@lopezexplora]

🤣🤣🤣

[@AnaS-fn6ru]

Don’t say that you are!!!

[@grimr.eth9]

Very beautiful video you’ve made here!! I really enjoyed this and brought back so many memories of when I use to go with all my family members! 😢😊

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you for watching 🙏

[@feliperivas3814]

Ah yes. The one thing this area needs is another video publicizing its location so that more hordes of people can arrive and trash it further.

[@lopezexplora]

@@feliperivas3814 it’s been like this before social media, watch this: SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@nothinbutarchives]

This is why you should BE the change by picking up trash that people leave. Give people awareness to have more respect towards nature or places in general.

[@e.r.6147]

@@nothinbutarchives❤100%

[@lopezexplora]

@@nothinbutarchives SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@MrKeaka]

You seem fun

[@TRONwuzhere82]

This was amazing! I used to live not too far from here and never knew this beautiful location existed. Thanks for posting this!

[@lopezexplora]

So many amazing places in the San Gabriel Mountains, many people have no idea!! Thank you for watching 🙏

[@lopezexplora]

Check this out: The San Gabriel Mountains kzbin.info/www/bejne/rX2VgqSKrKyoeMU

[@lisaellis5951]

This is the first video of yours that I've seen and am about to subscribe and watch more. Simply beautiful. You tell a wonderful story with a beautiful voice that soothes the heart.

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you 🙏

[@flexman70]

swimming with Js on is wild lol.

[@lopezexplora]

That’s the way ! 🌊

[@oscareortizpartida7443]

A TODO DAR VIDEO, GREAT MUSIC, NICE VOICE, HAPPY FAMILY HAVING FUN.

[@lopezexplora]

Please watch this before you go! SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@edgarramirez2540]

thank you Ignacio I plan to take my family 4th of July. I hope there's water How long ago did you go?

[@lopezexplora]

@@edgarramirez2540 2 weeks ago, go early it’s going to be a chaotic day !!

[@edgarramirez2540]

@@lopezexplora I plan to be there by 7am you think 🤔 that will be fine

[@lopezexplora]

@edgarramirez2540 should be ok, please don’t leave any trash behind 🙏

[@edgarramirez2540]

@@lopezexplora definitely not I am taking extra bags will pick up extra trash if need be I love nature

[@markjolyn94]

So grateful to you for making this video. I grew up in Glendora and used to go up there quite a bit. You brought back some great memories,and I got to show the area to my wife

[@lopezexplora]

Awesome! Thank you for watching 🙏

[@tuyetvo4353]

So beautiful.

[@DanielJimenez-iu4gu]

Gotta keep hidden gems hidden. Doesn’t take long b4 it gets trashed

[@lopezexplora]

I do , this isn’t hidden it’s all over social media

[@lopezexplora]

Trashed?? That’s been a problem here even before social media. Watch this: SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@boblatkey7160]

Yeah, I'm not down with stingy people who wanna keep secrets about the beautiful spots in California. 👎

[@gisela768]

Its trashed. People leave so much trash.

[@lopezexplora]

I know, I’m trying to send a message about cleaning this place. Trust me I’m doing what I can, watch this: SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@Potato-ld4pb]

Thank you for this video Ignacio, my family and I are making our way there today ☺️

[@SnipetsofTime]

It always best to come on a WEEKDAY on weekends it’s like a huge Mexican party 😂

[@F30586]

It’s our land. Even the name is Mexican.

[@mikeydcjr]

@@F30586 Too bad many of the mexicans treat the land like a garbage can and leave so much trash, including SO MANY diapers. BTW...it's NATIVE AMERICAN land.

[@alymshep]

@@F30586Nope, proper education not propaganda please

[@F30586]

@@alymshep 🤣 where’d you learn that from? Please…go sit down somewhere.

[@calicoasting]

Nothing like a hot day enjoyed with family and friends...great video

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you 🙏

[@Astro_Danny]

STOP LEAVING YOUR TRASH IN THE MOUNTAINS!¡!!!!!!!

[@lopezexplora]

Watch this SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@maryholguinguerrerogonzale4512]

Thank You, Ignacio for sharing. I used to go to many places with the water, I am now disabled and loved that you shared. God Bless, Mary Guerrero Gonzalez

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you so very much 🙏 Do you have a special place that you would recommend or want me to make a video of? Thank you again for watching my videos 🙏

[@maricarmenvillegas7973]

THE PLACE IS BEAUTIFUL, BUT THERE'S A LOT TRASH FROM PEOPLE, THEY THROW AWAY EMPTY BEER CANS,DIRTY DIAPERS, ALL OVER THE PLACE 😢

[@lopezexplora]

I know, watch this: SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@utube4jc]

Omg! Thank you so much! I have lived here in the San Gabriel Valley my whole life but have never been to those spots!😯 I've been up that highway just last Summer but was very discouraged to go back because of all the trash. But I think you're right. If everyone took a bag and took some out or at least take out there own trash that would really help. I'm going to follow your directions to go there this week with my boys. I can't wait! Thanks again for taking the time to post this.😇

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you for watching, it’s best to go on a weekday. Weekends gets crazy busy, welcome aboard to lopezexplora!!

[@van2810]

Did you see what happened to this spot this July 4th weekend? Thanks to videos like yours and other TikTok/Instagram videos that bring even more people up here. I know you’re trying to help, but unfortunately, these videos are only doing more harm by increasing the amount of people coming there and trashing the place.

[@endurance8910]

blame the people that trash the place , a guy having a nice time with friends and doing no harm is not the problem its the morons that have no respect for anything that are the problem

[@lopezexplora]

@endurance8910 SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@van2810]

@@lopezexplora I appreciate your videos, but let's look at the stats here. This video showing off the rock pools has 260K views, the "Bad Side" video only has 2.6K views. Your videos will end up bringing more and more people to the spot vs. educating people about the trash. Over the next few years, this video will get even more views than it has now. You are indirectly harming this location even if that is not your intention.

[@lopezexplora]

@van2810 You are absolutely right, it wasn’t my intention to cause any extra harm to this place that I love so much. However this past couple of days they actually closed the access to it and my hope is that the authorities finally put an end to this situation since it got to their attention.

[@bravomichelle1816]

@@lopezexplorain a way it’s good so that it’s more controlled

[@susankehoejergens8835]

Thank you for sharing these beautiful spits but ALSO thanks for reminding everyone...not to leave trash!! Take only pictures, leave only footprints.

[@lopezexplora]

Watch this: SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@frankrifa3010]

Why do people write on the rocks smh

[@barrya.6212]

Despicable...it's bad enough graphetti in cities...but in NATURE ? ! !

[@emiloliva1]

This is a well-thought video. The voice, music, and editing.

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you 🙏

[@gordonchase8708]

Every year the forest service allows volunteer groups to remove the dams creating the pools The pools are terrible for the native fish population, warming the water and damaging nesting beds. Please enjoy the river in its natural state.

[@TheBowersj]

blah blah blah... don't be an idiot, keep the dams in place that our old timers had the wisdom to build for the rest of us to enjoy.

[@hihi-my1pc]

Thank you for sharing Stoddard Falls!!! Looks like you guys had a blast and tubi too.

[@nativepride101]

Native Land

[@alexs.5675]

Was

[@AbsentMinded619]

Native Americans weren’t a single nation. You’re talking about a succession of hundreds of unique cultures who took turns fighting over these territories and their resources, often committing slaughter and attempted genocide. As humans do.

[@griseldaguerrero7199]

What a beautiful place. I can't swim, but I'll love to go visit this place to relax with my son and mom since its not that far from me.

[@lopezexplora]

It’s best to go on a weekday!

[@tuyetvo4353]

Me too.

[@LRo-uf6vz]

Thanks for burning the spot.. n yeah people disgusting for leaving all their diapers and garbage behind.. my car is littered at times because i don't just throw shit on the street.

[@lopezexplora]

SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@godsson491]

Koo video, love to see your friends and family together enjoying that place. I wanna take my wife and kids there this summer as well.

[@lopezexplora]

You must know this: SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@D_Cali_Life]

KZbin and people like this have ruined beautiful locations when they post the location and spread the word. Instagram and KZbin nightmare

[@lopezexplora]

Yet, you are here

[@elpatudo3670]

Ridiculous. This particular place has been on the map for over 100 years. BUT.... yes, KZbin & X etc. are a net negative for humanity and the 🌎. Yet here WE are......

[@salincal]

I just came across your video!! You have a really nice voice!☺ I like how you take us along in your car. Can't wait for more adventures

[@lopezexplora]

Im so glad you are enjoying my work, thank you for watching 🙏

[@drunkrudetat2d]

Coming soon: graffiti and dirty diapers

[@chococolate04]

Thank you so much, i love the way you explain everything to do not make mistakes in the road, also you have a great calm voice 😊

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you 🙏

[@carpenoctem775]

The only nice thing about Azusa is the canyon. That town sucks.

[@rickmorrow993]

Thanks Ignacio. I feel much cooler just seeing the water.

[@amestoy1418]

Why you didn't let the dog into the water, poor dog the only one not enjoying the water on a very hot day. You should have not brought the dog there if you're not letting it swim or play in the water.

[@lopezexplora]

I know right? I wasn’t my dog it was somebody else’s and I asked them the same and they said he was terrified of it!

[@xalvarez6898]

Just wanted to say thank you for giving me a great memory of when I used to go over there with my dad when I was a kid we had a great time when we school camping up there and he is right that up there it's very beautiful that means scenic I mean it's just great thank you

[@lopezexplora]

My pleasure, thank you for watching 🙏

[@deval3596]

dude stop telling people how to get to my spots, now I'm going to have to start looking for other spots so it won't be so crowded.

[@lopezexplora]

Your spots??

[@brianmiklos]

Show me the title where it states you own that spot and are the only one that can visit.. you a 🤡 bro get a life

[@michaelvazquez9625]

Entitled much?

[@VValentine-qu2ue]

damn that really sounds like a you problem lmao. also you don’t own these spots 😅

[@Ela-five62]

Great minds think alike 😅

[@fridamex4748]

It’s a beautiful river thank you for sharing this beautiful family video ❤️🇲🇽

[@lopezexplora]

SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@robertsaly9551]

I want my kids to have a happy memory of this place too

[@judymora3550]

Beautiful memories from many years ago, Thanks for sharing!!!💗👏

[@8tuvang]

Fantastic way to get to know our local rivers Very enjoyable and nice video. Thank you.

[@Unclejoe88]

Thank you so much for the beautiful video, brother. And thank you for the address. God bless you, brother.

[@lopezexplora]

Thank you 🙏 Please watch this before you go: SAN GABRIEL RIVER, THE BAD SIDE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3WXqmSYbLJ7sLs

[@hectorlopez-si3hw]

Thank you! I have now adopted you as my new tio!

[@lopezexplora]

LOL 🤣 What’s up mijo?