Arroyo's Edge: an Exploration of Architecture with Nature as Inspiration

The Gamble House is pleased to participate in WALKTOBER PASADENA, the 9th Annual Celebration of Walking in Pasadena!

Join us for a guided two-part walk through the Arroyo Terrace neighborhood, exploring the remarkable architecture, history, and ecology of this unique setting. Led by a Gamble House docent, the first half of the walk will explore the National Register Historic District, home to nine Greene & Greene houses whose location, design, and materials reflect a deep connection to the Arroyo Seco landscape.

The walk will then continue into the Arroyo with Paloma Avila of the One Arroyo Foundation, who will highlight the area’s natural beauty and share the story of a recently uncovered architectural feature.

• Approximately 1.5-hour, 1 mile walk begins at 9:00 a.m. at the Gamble House Bookstore.
• Half the walk will include a 0.7-mile loop of paved but at times uneven terrain. The other half will include 0.25-mile loop along an unpaved, uneven path leading down into Brookside Park with an incline on the return path. The paths are not ADA accessible.

Please bring water, sunscreen, appropriate walking shoes, and a hat.

• We encourage walking, biking or taking transit to all Walktober events. Check the Pasadena Transit and Metro websites for transit options. Google maps walking and biking directions can also be helpful.
• City installed bike racks are available at or near the start location.
• Street parking is available at or near the start location. Check the parking signs for restrictions or pay options.
• Paid parking is not available in the area.

For accessibility information and requests, contact (626) 744-7311 or CSC@cityofpasadena.net.

​Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.

This event is part of Walktober Pasadena 2026, made possible by the City of Pasadena Department of Transportation, Day One, and the Pasadena Complete Streets Coalition.