SoCal Gas Repairs Potholes on 6 Miles of the Old Ridge Route

We are so excited to announce that SoCal Gas has offered to repair potholes 6 miles of the Old Ridge Route. This includes the stretch off the 138 near Gorman, which is open to the public. This will greatly increase accessibility for the public, make access for pipeline maintenance easier and smoother access for emergency … Read more

Looking for a Board Member

We’re looking to add a board member to help lead volunteer events! The dream candidate would:– Live withing driving distance (Castaic, Santa Clarita, Bakersfield, Frazier Park, Lebec…) of the Old Ridge Route.– Have a vehicle that has ground clearance (4WD not needed)– Be physically capable of using hand tools like shovels and rakes– Available on … Read more

PRESS RELEASE: Angeles National Forest still closed until Feb. 1, 2025

ARCADIA, Calif., January 23, 2025—The entire Angeles National Forest and San Gabriel Mountains National Monument are temporarily closed for public safety and the protection of natural resources through Friday, January 31, 2025. This means that the Angeles National Forest and San Gabriel Mountains National Monument will not reopen until Saturday, February 1, 2025. This closure is … Read more

TOMORROW – Last Volunteer Day of the Year!

Saturday, December 7th is our last Clean Up the Ridge Route volunteer day of 2024! We will be meeting in Gorman at the Carls Jr at 9AM. RSVP here so we know to look for you! There are a handful of culverts between Liebre Maintenance Camp and Tumble Inn that are in need of attention. … Read more

Antique Cars and Historic Tales Bring the Old Ridge Route to Life [PHOTOS]

History came alive on November 2, 2024, as the Ridge Route Preservation Organization (RRPO) partnered with the Ridge Route Communities Museum (RRCM) and the Model A Club of Bakersfield for a unique guided tour along the historic 1915 Old Ridge Route. The event began at Fort Tejon State Historic Park, where participants gathered to set … Read more