Arceo Park in South El Monte: what to know

Arceo Park is on North Tyler Avenue in El Monte, just south of greater downtown El Monte. The City of El Monte and Los Angeles County give the address as 3125 North Tyler Avenue, El Monte, CA 91731.

The City refers to the site as Tony Arceo Park in its facilities information. It is a neighborhood park and playground within the city’s recreation programming, rather than a large regional park. If you’re getting to know the area, the guide to South El Monte for hotel visitors offers broader local context.

Arceo Park has a walking path, play structures, picnic areas and restrooms. The City describes custom mile markers along the path, play structures in various sizes, and an outdoor picnic area available for rental. Los Angeles County also identifies picnic tables, children’s play areas and restrooms among the amenities.

Multi-purpose auditoriums, meeting rooms and picnic areas are available for rental at Tony Arceo Park, but the park entry does not give prices or reservation procedures. Contact the City at 626-580-2200 to ask about rentals and which applications or permissions apply to your plans.

A City planning document mentions wading pools, while the current Parks & Facilities entry does not include one among the park’s amenities. If pool access matters to your visit, confirm availability with the City before making plans. Opening hours, specific park rules, parking information and accessibility details are also worth checking directly with the City before you go.

From Sierra Inn, Arceo Park is about a 10-minute drive. Use the park’s street address—3125 North Tyler Avenue—to plan your route, and check the official site or call the City at 626-580-2200 for current access information. You could pair a visit with Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, which has a Natural Area and Nature Center in South El Monte.

Arceo Park hosts larger community gatherings, including the annual Children’s Day Parade and summer concerts. The City does not give their schedules, so contact it if you’re planning around an event or a rental.

Rio Vista Veterans Park and Whittier Narrows Recreation Area offer other outdoor settings around South El Monte. Rio Vista Veterans Park is a neighborhood park at 4275 Ranger Avenue, with walking trails, play structures, restrooms and an outdoor picnic area available for rental.

The City gives its phone number as 626-580-2200. For another neighborhood-park option, find out what to know about Vincent Lugo Park.

For a much larger landscape, Whittier Narrows Recreation Area covers 1,492 acres on both sides of the Pomona Freeway at Rosemead Boulevard and Santa Anita Avenue. Its Natural Area and Nature Center is at 1000 S. Durfee Ave., South El Monte, CA 91733.

Whittier Narrows Regional Park is closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Wednesday through Sunday hours are 6:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. from March 1 through October 31, and 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. from November 1 through February 28.

The County gives a daily vehicle entrance fee of $10 for individuals, with other rates for some vehicles and eligible visitors. The Whittier Narrows guide can help you plan around its hours and fees; check the Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation site before visiting for current information.

Is Arceo Park in South El Monte?

Arceo Park is at 3125 North Tyler Avenue in El Monte, close to South El Monte. It is a City of El Monte neighborhood park.

What facilities does Arceo Park have?

Facilities include a walking path with custom mile markers, play structures, picnic areas and restrooms. The City also makes picnic areas and other spaces available for rental.

Does Arceo Park have a wading pool?

A City planning document mentions wading pools, but the City’s current Parks & Facilities entry does not include one. Confirm availability with the City before planning a visit.

How can you ask about park access or rentals?

Contact the City of El Monte at 626-580-2200 to ask about current access details, rentals and applicable permissions.