San Gabriel Valley Airport (EMT) is a public, regional reliever general aviation facility in El Monte, CA. It is owned and operated by the County of Los Angeles and has over 300 based aircraft. The airport directly supports about 123 jobs and has an associated labor income of nearly $7.8 million annually.

Public parking is available 24 hours a day. No overnight parking is allowed without a permit.

Whittier Narrows Nature Center Whittier Narrows Nature Center is a popular place to escape the urban sprawl of the city. Its roughly 400 acres of untouched land that offers visitors a wide variety of outdoor recreational activities. American Military Museum The American Military Museum offers a unique and engaging way to learn more of the history of the military. Exhibits include military memorabilia like uniforms, weapons, and old photographs. Mountain View Park Mountain View Park is fairly small, at about 10 acres. However, there is an indoor community center which hosts a variety of annual programs. At the park’s entrance, there is also a playground and a number of trails.