San Gabriel Mountains Protection Act
Official: San Gabriel Mountains, Foothills, and Rivers Protection Act of 2025
The San Gabriel Mountains Protection Act aims to conserve and protect significant natural areas in Southern California by designating new wilderness and scenic river areas. This helps preserve the environment and supports outdoor recreation.
1. This bill designates new wilderness areas in Southern California's Angeles National Forest. 2. It adds over 28,000 acres of land to existing protected wilderness areas. 3. The bill also designates certain rivers as wild and scenic, protecting their natural beauty. 4. It allows for fire management and other necessary activities in these wilderness areas. 5. The bill updates land management plans to ensure effective conservation efforts.
Hikers, nature lovers, and local communities who enjoy outdoor activities in these protected areas.