I can't believe you went there. A coworker's family of mine has lived there since the early 70's and went to see him several times on that Orange Line, same Roscoe Station. His exact words, "Canoga Park is the headquarters of boredom, depression, and neighbors with chronic barking dogs."
I was surprised to find this video. I have been watching your NYC videos. I grew up in Canoga Park. I lived there from 1962 to 1983 and went to Chatsworth High School. The west end of the valley used to have a lot less development (subdivisions, businesses, etc.) and there were even many vacant lots. Our house was in what used to be a walnut grove and the trees were still there, but by the 1980s they mostly were gone, subject to disease. I drove back and forth to UCLA in the early 70s and later moved to St. Louis.
Thanks for stopping by Canoga Park. I happen to live near the Lowes Hardware store that you passed by. The areas you featured were more of the fringes of the neighborhood, however. Sherman Way (west of Canoga Ave), a few blocks south of where you were, is the heart of the neighborhood with a post-war commercial main street that is more reflective of the era during which the area saw its greatest development. It's a mix of local businesses such as restaurants, barbers, furniture stores, shoe shops, many of which cater to the large Latino population. There are some interesting murals on some of the commercial buildings, including one of The Fonz from "Happy Days" with "Canoga Park" written in large script. I love your videos; I happened to be watching your video of the Poughkeepsie Bridge before I came across this one.
I lived off kittridge and Topanga for 5 years. It's a very quiet, peaceful neighbourhood. If you like driving Hollywood and dtla is 30-40 mins away. I used to love to hanging at Topanga Mall, driving down the 27 to Malibu/ Santa Monica. And i love the fact there is free parking all over Canoga Park, unlike Central LA, where you pay for parking everywhere. If you get lucky, you could bump into a few celebs every now and then casually walking. A lot of them live in the area surrounding Calabasas & Woodland Hills.
AK, The early part of my life I was born and raised in Kew Gardens in Queens. Then we moved to Canoga Park, literally into one of the apartments right across from Lanark Park. When I saw this I was blown away. You’ve covered both places! Love you vids.
I used to live in the very house you described as a nice property with pool . For 6 years i lived there . I miss Canoga park . There was something awesome about that place although it was a rough neighbour-hood.
I played for the west valley eagle's back in the day the 80s ofcourse canoga Park my home town..canoga Park high school the hunter's this video take me back to my roots thank you...yey
Bruh, you were RIGHT by where I live and I didn't know until just now. I hope you enjoyed your time in both the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles as a whole!
Very great work at the topic of your video. You tell me all aspects of life in this place, even their life style, culture and people.I want to say you congrats for this great article.
Thank you for showcasing Canoga Park, AK!! 😍 I used to live near the Lanark Park when I was around 2 or 3 years old. I live only a couple miles away now, but I only occasionally pass by this area. One of the cons about the Valley is the heat. Some pros are: more parking availability for free at many businesses, wider streets, less crowded, and still part of the LA city. It's so cool a fan recognized you at the end. I wish I could have bumped into you to say HI, since you were near by. 😎
Why did you decide to walk in 99 degree weather instead of riding your scooter? You certainly were very busy during your stay in Southern California. Thanks for sharing.
Worked in Burbank but my first apt was in CP; moved there because rents were much cheaper. Same apt is now renting for $1500 per month *more* than I used to pay...
Im born and raised in LA but can see how strange it must be for tourists who just wanna ride the subway and explore random stops. Most of the time there’s not much around the Metrorail stops unlike other major cities.
OK next time and I hope there will be so I can meet you at the “Brooklyn Pizza wagon” and tour the southern portion of Topanga Canyon Blvd with the two major shopping mall one inside and one outside
Wow, Canoga has to be one of the hottest, most boring sections of the valley. Haven't lived up there in decades but still visit family. Lanark park was a drug infested dump back in the 80s, hopefully it's gotten better.
Next time, walk around the main post office and by Canoga Park High School. . . more historical "stuff" to see there. Plus, Canoga Park High has a museum of school history. There is also a huge pipe organ in the auditorium at Canoga Park High School.
I use to live in Canoga park near the Canoga park transit station very dangerous & gang filled area for African Americans I’m African American I the residents didn’t want me living in that area
Do you know about the Sadhguru center located there? I want to attend their free yoga session but I will be doing it some other time because my favorite band will be in concert in June and I am dying to see them. But I love Sadhguru so much.
I can't believe you went there. A coworker's family of mine has lived there since the early 70's and went to see him several times on that Orange Line, same Roscoe Station. His exact words, "Canoga Park is the headquarters of boredom, depression, and neighbors with chronic barking dogs."
Sounds like a whiny teenage girl🤦🏻♂️🤡😆😆....
I was surprised to find this video. I have been watching your NYC videos. I grew up in Canoga Park. I lived there from 1962 to 1983 and went to Chatsworth High School. The west end of the valley used to have a lot less development (subdivisions, businesses, etc.) and there were even many vacant lots. Our house was in what used to be a walnut grove and the trees were still there, but by the 1980s they mostly were gone, subject to disease.
I drove back and forth to UCLA in the early 70s and later moved to St. Louis.
Thanks for stopping by Canoga Park. I happen to live near the Lowes Hardware store that you passed by. The areas you featured were more of the fringes of the neighborhood, however. Sherman Way (west of Canoga Ave), a few blocks south of where you were, is the heart of the neighborhood with a post-war commercial main street that is more reflective of the era during which the area saw its greatest development. It's a mix of local businesses such as restaurants, barbers, furniture stores, shoe shops, many of which cater to the large Latino population. There are some interesting murals on some of the commercial buildings, including one of The Fonz from "Happy Days" with "Canoga Park" written in large script. I love your videos; I happened to be watching your video of the Poughkeepsie Bridge before I came across this one.
I lived off kittridge and Topanga for 5 years. It's a very quiet, peaceful neighbourhood. If you like driving Hollywood and dtla is 30-40 mins away. I used to love to hanging at Topanga Mall, driving down the 27 to Malibu/ Santa Monica. And i love the fact there is free parking all over Canoga Park, unlike Central LA, where you pay for parking everywhere. If you get lucky, you could bump into a few celebs every now and then casually walking. A lot of them live in the area surrounding Calabasas & Woodland Hills.
I like the Los Angeles walks. Thanks for doing this, ActionKid. Cheers from northeast Ohio!
P.S., it's great that you ran into a fan! :)
Buen video y la traduccion gracias me encanta tu informacion
My oh my...lived there maaaany yrs ago...great to see! Thank u, Action kid! Take care! x
AK, The early part of my life I was born and raised in Kew Gardens in Queens. Then we moved to Canoga Park, literally into one of the apartments right across from Lanark Park. When I saw this I was blown away. You’ve covered both places! Love you vids.
i used to live in that area from 1996 until 2016 , it's changed very much and not for good,,,that's why i returned to mexico,
I used to live in the very house you described as a nice property with pool . For 6 years i lived there . I miss Canoga park . There was something awesome about that place although it was a rough neighbour-hood.
I played for the west valley eagle's back in the day the 80s ofcourse canoga Park my home town..canoga Park high school the hunter's this video take me back to my roots thank you...yey
Bruh, you were RIGHT by where I live and I didn't know until just now. I hope you enjoyed your time in both the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles as a whole!
Very great work at the topic of your video. You tell me all aspects of life in this place, even their life style, culture and people.I want to say you congrats for this great article.
My pleasure
The area sure has changed since the 50's and 60's! No more open land, small ranches and orchards.... Paradise has been paved....
I lived in Canoga Park from 1972-1992. The area around Lanark was a kids paradise back then!! Zody’s, 99c movie theater, etc.
Love your L.A. walks. Also appreciate the map in the description. "Owen's Mouth" at 11:30. I didn't realize I had a place in L.A.!
Just saw this comment, and it's GOLD! 😆
6:06 that grocery outlet used to be a rite aid
Thank you for showcasing Canoga Park, AK!! 😍 I used to live near the Lanark Park when I was around 2 or 3 years old. I live only a couple miles away now, but I only occasionally pass by this area. One of the cons about the Valley is the heat. Some pros are: more parking availability for free at many businesses, wider streets, less crowded, and still part of the LA city. It's so cool a fan recognized you at the end. I wish I could have bumped into you to say HI, since you were near by. 😎
Nice! Didn't know you were so close to here!
That skate park used to be my favorite part of lanark, still remember when it first got built.
Great Walking Tour. The GOAT.
Fun walk as always AK. Thank you!
Thank you so much for your video Good job!
I love california😎
The Action Kid on a 🚶♂️ on a 🔥 day in the Valley ! 99 Degrees.
A wonderful video thank you!
Los Angeles walks 🔥
reminded me why I moved. thanks
On of the best videos from AK ☀️☀️
@21:31 -- wow a lot has changed in the past 12+ years. Vallarta used to be Vons, and CarMax used to be Costco. The ending was the best!!!
Why did you decide to walk in 99 degree weather instead of riding your scooter? You certainly were very busy during your stay in Southern California. Thanks for sharing.
Wouldn't have been able to pan to the left or right as easily on my scooter. I certainly kept myself busy!
Worked in Burbank but my first apt was in CP; moved there because rents were much cheaper. Same apt is now renting for $1500 per month *more* than I used to pay...
Awesome
Does anyone know if it is possible to get a bus or metro from LAX to Canoga Park?
Is there a West Hills walk coming up?😀
Im born and raised in LA but can see how strange it must be for tourists who just wanna ride the subway and explore random stops. Most of the time there’s not much around the Metrorail stops unlike other major cities.
Go into more detail
Have you walked through Reseda yet?
OK next time and I hope there will be so I can meet you at the “Brooklyn Pizza wagon” and tour the southern portion of Topanga Canyon Blvd with the two major shopping mall one inside and one outside
This neighborhood belongs to the oldest Mexicans gang in the S.F.V.
Alabama St. Diabloos.
I grew up here 30 years
Next week, @ActionKid will join a SpaceX expedition and blast off for Mars where - true to form - some Martian TH-camr will duly recognize him.
Wow, Canoga has to be one of the hottest, most boring sections of the valley. Haven't lived up there in decades but still visit family. Lanark park was a drug infested dump back in the 80s, hopefully it's gotten better.
Roscoe and Topanga! Previous location of Leonard Nimoy's Pet Shop 😀
We don’t use Celsius. And it’s Toe-PAYN-ga
The traffic is soo leisure for sure ☀️☀️
Next time, walk around the main post office and by Canoga Park High School. . . more historical "stuff" to see there. Plus, Canoga Park High has a museum of school history. There is also a huge pipe organ in the auditorium at Canoga Park High School.
Canoga part is nice. Well is was nice until recently
My hood
Right
I use to live in Canoga park near the Canoga park transit station very dangerous & gang filled area for African Americans I’m African American I the residents didn’t want me living in that area
Yeah it’s not the best. Lived there for a year then moved to Tarzana.
I lIVE NEAR HERE
Lan-ark. . . Not La-Nark
Do you know about the Sadhguru center located there? I want to attend their free yoga session but I will be doing it some other time because my favorite band will be in concert in June and I am dying to see them. But I love Sadhguru so much.
Is canoga park safe to live ?
Yes
Depends where. Back then Canoga Park was mostly a white neighborhood then years past and now gone bad it’s not the same anymore.
When was it Mexico?
You arent serious are you? 🤦♀️😩
Lol at this rate what parts of LA HASN'T AK been to?
this where meghan markle is from
Awesome