Why

The Los Angeles Aqueduct Bike Route was created to offer a tangible way to experience the remarkable journey water takes from its source to your tap—by tracing the very path that made modern Los Angeles possible. Riding alongside the aqueduct fosters a deeper connection to the land, its history, and the monumental effort behind every drop that reaches our homes. It’s an opportunity to travel the same roads once walked by William Mulholland and thousands of workers, following a story of ambition, innovation, and contraversy.

The History

Conceived and built in the early 1900s under the vision of William Mulholland, the Los Angeles Aqueduct is a gravity-fed engineering marvel that carried water from the Owens Valley to a rapidly expanding Los Angeles, fueling the city’s rise into a major metropolis. Often hailed as the “Twelfth Wonder of the World,” it played a pivotal role in the region’s growth and success. The route explores the environmental and social costs borne by the communities it drew from.

Route Report

This route was developed by Trent Siggard, who scouted and designed it from 2021 and 2023. It will closely follow the path of the historic Los Angeles Aqueduct. It was officially completed for the first time in February 2024 by Trent Siggard and Dan Hurd, marking the culmination of years of planning. An official route report is currently in progress and will include detailed maps, logistical insights, and safety recommendations to help you ride the route with confidence and ease. To receive updates, resources, and news about future improvements, we invite you to join our email list below.