Sylmar, Residential neighborhood in San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles, United States

Sylmar is a residential area in the northern section of San Fernando Valley, surrounded by mountain ranges and marked by suburban housing developments. Streets run through flat and hilly sections, while parks and open spaces sit between housing blocks.

In the 1890s, the Los Angeles Olive Growers Association planted large olive groves here, which became the largest cultivation area worldwide. This agricultural phase shaped the development of the area before it transformed into a residential neighborhood.

The Nethercutt museum houses antique automobiles and mechanical musical instruments that show visitors how American engineering and transport developed over time. This collection offers an experience of how mobility and everyday life changed during the past century.

The Sylmar/San Fernando Metrolink station and several main roads connect the neighborhood to downtown Los Angeles. Visitors traveling by car will find wide streets and ample parking in most areas.

The Los Angeles Aqueduct ends at the Cascades, a water channel designated as both a Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument and a California Historical Landmark. This point marks the conclusion of a long water journey across California.

• Location: Los Angeles
• Shares border with: Granada Hills
• GPS coordinates: 34.30778,-118.44833
• Latest update: December 13, 2025 18:40