Canyon Park to reopen June 27 after repairs and enhancements; two ribbon cuttings planned

Monrovia officials announced on June 17 that Canyon Park will reopen to the public at 8 a.m. on Friday, June 27, following reconstruction and enhancements after the 2020 Bobcat Fire and later mud and debris flows.

City staff and community services director Tina Cherry detailed both a dignitary ribbon‑cutting at 10 a.m. on June 26 (invite‑only) and a public ribbon‑cutting at 8 a.m. on June 27. The city asked visitors to walk, bike or carpool because parking is limited. Staff said parking capacity has been increased from 87 to 111 spaces by repurposing previously unearthed areas; parking fees will be waived for the first few weeks.

Operational notes: Monday–Friday park access will be open without reservations; weekend and holiday usage will use a no‑fee reservation system with three daily time slots (6–10 a.m., 10 a.m.–2 p.m., 2–6 p.m.), each with 150 group spots. Annual pass holders whose passes were suspended during the closure will be honored through June 30, 2026. Facility rentals will be temporarily suspended to prioritize public access while staff reacclimate to full operations.

Improvements highlighted include new fencing along the wash without barbed wire, expanded picnic areas, a climate‑controlled kiosk for greeters, a greenhouse growing native trees and shrubs (more than 40 oak seedlings ready to plant), an educational amphitheater, renovated restrooms, Wi‑Fi installation, connection of park restrooms to county sewer (removal of septic), upgraded water tanks and pump systems, stormwater control improvements and additional ADA access. Staff also described partnerships with contractors, volunteers and workforce programs that supported the repair effort.

City leaders encouraged residents to attend the June 27 public opening, participate in upcoming park programs and respect habitat recovery. Staff said they will monitor usage and adjust operations as needed.