‘Oh, like in that Kendrick Lamar video!’
‘Er, the one with the occasional water advisory?’
‘Los Angeles has a river?’

When we introduce folks to the Los Angeles River, these are often some of the immediate responses we hear. And we get it. The Los Angeles River isn’t a traditional river, and we like that.

If you’re just learning about the LA River, or want a refresher on the basics, check out our list of favorite facts below. 

Have a favorite fact you’d like to share? Leave it in the comments!