The Californer - Long Beach's Annual Ranchos Walk Returns Saturday, September 20

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Long Beach, CA ~ Long Beach, CA - The City of Long Beach is gearing up to host the Seventh Annual Ranchos Walk on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. This free event invites the community to join in a unique hike experience that will explore an urban trail connecting two historic ranchos - Rancho Los Alamitos and Rancho Los Cerritos.

The 9.4-mile scenic route will take participants through the highest points of Long Beach and Signal Hill, including Reservoir Hill, Longview Point at Willow Springs Park, and Hilltop Park in Signal Hill. This year's walk will celebrate Long Beach's urban forest and its benefits while highlighting notable local trees.

According to Mayor Rex Richardson, "Every year, Ranchos Walk takes residents on a fun and educational guided walking tour of beautiful sites throughout Long Beach. This event brings people together to enjoy the outdoors and celebrates our unique culture and history." Last year's event saw nearly 600 hikers, and this year is expected to be just as successful.

In addition to the full 9.4-mile hike, there will also be shorter route options of 3.5 miles and 6 miles. The walk will end at Rancho Los Cerritos where participants can enjoy music, games, activities, and giveaways including limited-edition adventure completion pins and bandanas. Food, beverages, and merchandise will also be available for purchase.

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The Ranchos Walk is organized by the City's Office of Climate Action and Sustainability with support from various city departments such as Health and Human Services, Public Works, Port of Long Beach, and Walk Long Beach.

Fourth District Councilman Daryl Supernaw expressed his excitement for this year's event saying, "We are proud to welcome Ranchos Walk participants again this year as they journey through District 4." He hopes that everyone enjoys this opportunity to come together as a community while exploring some of the most iconic historical landmarks in Long Beach.

This year's theme will focus on educating walkers about the environmental and social benefits of street trees and will feature notable species visible along the walk route. Participants can access a free audio tour using the IZI travel app, available for download on Apple and Android devices.

Registration for the event is free and can be done online. More details about the event, including starting locations, can be found at lbcity.info/rw. Fifth District Councilwoman Megan Kerr also expressed her enthusiasm for the event, stating, "The Ranchos Walk brings us together to tour our wonderful city and reminds us how much there is to discover, even in our own backyards."

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The goal of Ranchos Walk is to promote active, fun, and safe ways for walkers to explore neighborhoods and discover historic landmarks and vista points. This year's event coincides with California Pedestrian Safety Month and will support the City's street safety and mobility initiatives such as Walk and Roll Long Beach and Safe Streets Long Beach.

Ranchos Walk also aligns with the City's Long Beach Climate Action Plan by raising awareness of climate resilience challenges through its tree theme. Community members are encouraged to stay updated on the event through lbcity.info/rw or by following @lbsustainability on Facebook and Instagram.

The Seventh Annual Ranchos Walk is presented by the City of Long Beach in partnership with Walk Long Beach, Rancho Los Cerritos, and Rancho Los Alamitos. The Port of Long Beach is also a sponsor of this year's event. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to explore Long Beach's urban forest while promoting community engagement and sustainability.

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