San Dimas

The 1,975-acre Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park attracts groups of friends and families throughout the year.

Surrounding a stunning lake, the park is a picturesque place to spend a day indulging in fun outdoor activities such as picnicking, hiking, swimming, bicycling, horseback riding, calf-roping, bird watching, camping, and more. It is also home to a water theme park which is fun for the entire family, a lovely golf course which attracts golfers from all over, and a spa which is the perfect way to have an indulgent day. There’re tons of events held at the park throughout the year such as fishing tournaments, steam boat festivals, and their annual Renegade Racing Turkey Trot.

Address: 120 East Via Verde Drive, San Dimas, CA 91773, Phone: 909-599-8411

The Pacific Railroad Museum is owned and managed by the Pacific Railroad Society, a group of volunteers who are enthusiastic about railroads, train travel, rail transit, railroad history, and more.

The museum, which is open to the public at no cost on certain days of the week, is housed in the former Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Depot. The interior of the restored depot resembles a working railroad station and is filled with exhibits and artifacts on railroading. It’s a fun place to explore for admirers of all ages.

One aspect that should not be missed is the extensive collection of photographs that have been collected since the 1930s.

Address: 210 West Bonita Avenue, San Dimas, CA 91773, Phone: 909-394-0616

What to do if you are traveling with kids:

If you’re looking for a fun place to spend the day outdoors with friends and family, then head on over to Horsethief Canyon Park.

The 50-acre park is filled with features and amenities to ensure you have an amazing time; these include a playground, a tot lot, soccer fields, a volleyball court, horseshoe court, two dog parks, hiking trails, and many protected wilderness horse trails. Other facilities that are available at Horsethief Canyon are restrooms, shaded shelters, benches, and picnic tables in the designated picnicking areas. Family members of all ages can spend hours at the park exploring the trails, playing games, and just enjoying the wonderful weather of San Dimas.

Address: 301 Horsethief Canyon, San Dimas, CA 91773

Raging Waters Los Angeles is the largest waterpark in the entire state of California, and has more rides, slides, and attractions than any other park of its kind.

Open seasonally, the waterpark attracts people of all ages who are looking for a fun and memorable way to cool down during hot-weathered days in San Dimas. The waterpark spans over 50 acres and is filled with tons of exciting things to do for visitors of all ages. You can speed down the Ragin’ Racer or catch a wave in Wave Cove; for a more relaxing water experience, climb into a donut and cruise down the Amazon Adventure lazy river.

Don’t leave without a dining experience like no other it one of the many dining options available within the park.

Address: 111 Raging Waters Drive, San Dimas, CA 91773, Phone: 909-802-2200

Activities and Attractions for Couples:

Since its opening in 2015, Trapped! Escape Room has been of the most thrilling and mysterious activities to participate in while in San Dimas.

You and your friends need to use teamwork, creativity, and logic to find your way out of some of the craziest situations you can think of - and you have to do it within an hour. The intricate set designs throw you in a fully immersive experience that has the perfect combination of physical and mental adventure to really get you going.

Escape room options include Operation: X-13 in which you will need to sneak into the headquarters of an enigmatic corporation to steal a formula which turns test subjects into lethal killers. Grandma’s Surprise is another popular room in which you find out that your grandmother’s missing and need to get to the bottom of the mysterious circumstance.

Address: 173 Village Court, San Dimas, CA 91773, Phone: 626-722-8281

Sure to be an exciting educational experience for all visitors, the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum is a must-visit attraction for automobile and racing enthusiasts.

The museum is filled with interactive displays, exhibits, events, and seminars - all of which provide an in-depth understanding of the automobile industry, particularly motorsports, and how it has evolved in American culture.

Be sure to go on one of the docent-led tours which are full of interesting tidbits about the museum’s artifacts and the industry. There are several programs and events at the museum, including their popular “Mopar Road Ready Powered by Dodge” driving program which covers core driving topics and advanced behind-the-wheel training.

Address: Fairplex Grounds - Gate 1: 1101 W. McKinley Avenue, Building 3A, Pomona, CA, 91768, Phone: 909-622-2133

Where to Eat

Serving classic Americana cuisine with a twist, the Twisted Sage Cafe is a warm and friendly family-owned business that has been serving locals and visitors since 2011.

Providing a relaxed atmosphere, amazing service, and traditional foods that hit the spot each and every single time, the cafe is sure to become one of your favorite dining establishments during your visit to San Dimas. Some of the items on their menu include burgers, sandwiches, salads, freshly-baked pastries, and soups which are made from scratch. They have a special menu every Friday night, with patron favorites like chicken lettuce cups and cheese steak frites.

Address: 433 E Foothill Blvd, San Dimas, CA 91733, Phone: 909-305-0724

Dining at the Lucky Elephant is a culinary experience that will surely entice your taste buds. Filled with stunning teakwood carvings and gorgeous sculptures, the restaurant is a favorite with locals who are in the mood for delicious and authentic Thai food.

Start your meal with an order of the flavorful coconut curry chicken soup or spring rolls and move on to entrees like the Beef Panang Curry, Chicken Pad Thai, chicken satay, or Pad Kee Mao, popularly known as Drunken Noodles. The restaurant also offers an array of desserts including delicious lychee nuts, homemade coconut ice cream, Thai donuts, and mango sticky rice made with sweet coconut milk.

Address: 531 E Arrow Hwy, San Dimas, CA 91773, Phone: 909-592-4242