Lewis MacAdams Riverfront Park, Frogtown CA: Native willows and riverbank vegetation define this 3.9-acre naturalized park along the Glendale Narrows, one of few sections where the Los Angeles River flows over a soft bottom rather than concrete. Named for the poet-activist who championed river restoration, the park represents a radical reimagining of urban waterways as living ecosystems rather than flood control channels. Bicycle paths trace the water's edge where herons wade and native butterflies find habitat among carefully restored plant communities. Educational pavilions interpret the watershed's ecological significance, while strategically placed benches invite contemplation of water flowing past downtown's skyline. This riverside refuge embodies Los Angeles' environmental awakening—a testament to community activism and the persistent power of natural systems to regenerate when given space to thrive among dense urban development. We meet at the back of the park by the long curved cement bench.
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