AMERICA, ONE BEAUTIFUL ROAD AT A TIME

Arroyo Seco Historic Parkway - Route 110

California
Take your time. Make a few stops. Enjoy the view.
Arroyo Seco Parkway with Historic Railroad Bridge · Public Domain. Photo by Diane Kane of Caltrans · Photo credits
THE JOURNEY IS THE REASON TO GO

Let the road set the pace.

The Arroyo Seco Parkway connects Los Angeles and Pasadena through the historic Arts and Crafts landscape of the Arroyo Seco. Conceived in the parkway tradition with gentle curves, lush landscaping, and scenic vistas, the byway incorporated the modern elements that would lay the groundwork for the California freeway system.

The experienceNational Scenic Byway
Start with this outlineChoose a section of the named byway
This typical view of parkway shows 6 lanes, curving alignment, native sycamore trees and LA-Pasadena historic railroad bridge in background.
Arroyo Seco Parkway with Historic Railroad Bridge
Public Domain. Photo by Diane Kane of Caltrans · Photo credits
1940 view of recently opened Arroyo Seco Parkway featuring Avenue 64 and York Street bridges with a view to the San Gabriel mountains.
1940 Aerial View of Parkway
Public Domain. Courtesy of Caltrans · Photo credits

Before you drive

Choose your stops before departure and check current road access, weather and vehicle suitability. A byway listing does not guarantee that every section or visitor facility is open.

Make it a satisfying day

Choose a realistic section, then allow time for viewpoints, a town stop and breaks. Scenic mileage rarely tells the whole story of how long an outing will take.

Match the road to your vehicle

Check the exact roads for your car, RV or motorcoach. Tunnel dimensions, turning space, grades and road surfaces can matter as much as distance.

Official route information ↗State road-condition links ↗

Route overview and designation: Federal Highway Administration, America’s Byways. Research: October 2026. This is a travel idea, not live navigation or a guarantee that the full route is open. Confirm exact roads, current conditions, parking and any attraction reservations before departure.