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Don Tiburcio Tapia State Park
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DON TIBURCIO TAPIA STATE PARK
DON TIBURCIO TAPIA STATE PARK
Don Tiburcio Tapia State Park is a historical park named after Mexican cattle rancher Don Tiburcio Tapia. It features the 19th-century Adobe house which was once his residence and now serves as an interpretive center showcasing local history. The park also offers picnic areas and hiking trails amidst its serene natural surroundings of native plants and wildlife.

History of the Area
Tiburcio Tapia, a Mexican land grantee, established Rancho Cucamonga in 1839. The park is named after him. In the mid-19th century, he built an adobe home and winery there.

In 1971, it was designated as California Historical Landmark #360 due to its historical significance related to early wine making in California.

The site became part of the San Bernardino County Museum system until budget cuts forced closure in 2009.

It reopened under new management by non-profit organization "Rancho de los Amigos" on March 3rd,2012.


Location
Don Tiburcio Tapia State Park is located near Azusa, Bloomington and Brea

Trails
- Cucamonga Wilderness Trail: This trail is 12 miles long, offering a challenging hike with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.

- Sapphire Falls Hike: A moderate 2.5-mile round trip that leads to beautiful waterfalls; it's best visited after recent rain for maximum flow.

- Etiwanda Preserve Loop: An easy-to-moderate loop trail spanning approximately 3.4 miles through diverse vegetation and wildlife habitats, suitable for all skill levels.

- North Etiwanda Preserve Waterfall Spur Trail: At just under one mile in length, this short but steep spur offers hikers an up-close view of a seasonal waterfall within the park boundaries

- East Etiwanda Creek Fire Road - Lower Section : Spanning about two miles each way on well maintained fire road terrain providing sweeping vistas over Rancho Cucamonga area

-Sapphire Ridge Overlook Route : Approximately three-mile out-and-back route leading to elevated overlooks featuring expansive valley views

-North Fork Lytle Creek via Middle Control Road : Roughly six mile moderately trafficked point-to-point path primarily used by off-road driving enthusiasts also accessible by foot traffic

-East Day Canyon Drive Pathway : Paved pathway stretching around four kilometers ideal for walking or cycling activities

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Directions
- From Los Angeles, California:
- Start by getting onto I-10 E from N Main St.
- Follow I-10 E and CA-57 N to Arrow Hwy in San Dimas.
- Take exit 12A from CA-210 W/Foothill Fwy.

From there:

- Continue on Arrow Hwy. Drive towards Via Verde/San Dimas Ave
- Turn right at the first cross street onto S Lone Hill Ave
- Use any lane to turn left after Starbucks (on the right)

If traveling via public transportation:

- Begin with boarding a bus or train that goes through Pomona Transit Center Station.
- Get off at this station and transfer to Bus Line #492 heading eastbound towards Glendora.
- Exit at Bonita Avenue & Damien Avenue stop which is closest one for park access.

For those walking or biking:

- Make sure you have an accurate map of local trails as paths may be steep and rugged.
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