The LA River Master Plan: A Vision for Restoration and Resilience
Simplified for Impact: Stay Focused, Take Action
The LA River Master Plan is a 50-year blueprint guiding the revitalization of the 51-mile Los Angeles River. It aims to transform the river into a multi-benefit resource that supports flood control, ecosystem restoration, public recreation, and climate resilience—while strengthening community connections along its banks.
But with so many agencies, goals, and projects involved, it’s easy to get lost in the details. That’s where LARiver.Restoration.ICU comes in. We break down the big picture into focused actions, local stories, and meaningful ways you can get involved.
Ecosystem Restoration:
Climate Resilience & Water Management:
Public Access & Recreation:
Environmental Justice & Community Benefits:
Biodiversity Hotspots & Wildlife Passage:
The LA River is more than just a waterway—it's an opportunity to reconnect ecosystems, neighborhoods, and people. But restoration is complex, with many moving parts. Our goal is to make it easier for you to understand what’s happening, why it matters, and how you can help.
We’ll keep the big vision clear and the path to action simple.
Want the full plan? For those interested in diving deeper into the technical details and official documents, visit the Los Angeles River Master Plan website.
But with so many agencies, goals, and projects involved, it’s easy to get lost in the details. That’s where LARiver.Restoration.ICU comes in. We break down the big picture into focused actions, local stories, and meaningful ways you can get involved.
Key Goals of the LA River Master Plan
Ecosystem Restoration:
- Reintroduce native plants and animals
- Restore wetlands and create wildlife corridors
- Improve water quality and biodiversity
Climate Resilience & Water Management:
- Enhance flood management infrastructure
- Implement stormwater capture and water reuse
- Reduce urban heat and increase green spaces
Public Access & Recreation:
- Expand trails, parks, and community spaces
- Develop greenways for biking, walking, and recreation
- Support cultural events and public art along the river
Environmental Justice & Community Benefits:
- Prioritize green space access for underserved communities
- Create local jobs through restoration projects
- Improve public health through cleaner air and water
Biodiversity Hotspots & Wildlife Passage:
- Special projects like the Reach 8A Fish Passage aim to reconnect migratory paths for native species, such as the endangered Southern California steelhead.
Why This Matters Now:
The LA River is more than just a waterway—it's an opportunity to reconnect ecosystems, neighborhoods, and people. But restoration is complex, with many moving parts. Our goal is to make it easier for you to understand what’s happening, why it matters, and how you can help.
Get Involved. Stay Informed. Take Action.
- Support the Chronolog Installation Initiative
- Volunteer at a Cleanup Event
- Advocate for Stronger Environmental Policies
- Support Restoration Projects (Friends of the LA River)
We’ll keep the big vision clear and the path to action simple.
Want the full plan? For those interested in diving deeper into the technical details and official documents, visit the Los Angeles River Master Plan website.