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Colton, California
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Colton, California
Introduction to Colton, California
Colton, California, in San Bernardino county, is 2 miles SW of San Bernardino, California (center to center) and 9 miles NE of Riverside, California. The city is in the Riverside - San Bernardino area. There are 47,662 residents in Colton.
Colton History
The city's history dates back to the 1770s when the explorations from Mexico brought Europeans to this area. Prior to this, Colton was inhabited by the Gua-chama, Seranno and San Gorgonio Native Americans. Agua Mansa, or 'Gentle Waters,' is the southwest section of Colton where the New Mexico Pioneers settled in 1842. Colton Crossing is one of the busiest railroad crossings of the United States. It is the junction of the main transcontinental trunk lines of Union Pacific and Burlington Northern Santa Fe. It was built around 1875, the same year as the official foundation of Colton. The city was incorporated in 1887.
Colton and nearby Attractions
- Colton Area Museum
- Colton Recreation Lake
- Montecito Memorial Park
- Plaza las Flores Shopping Center
- Living Springs Fellowship Church
- Colton Plunge Park
Things To Do In Colton
Colton is an ideal location for visitors to make trips to the deserts, mountains or beaches of California. The city boasts of a rich history which is reflected in the historic homes, the beautifully restored Andrew Carnegie Library Building, the museum, the city hall, and the numerous churches. There are a number of amusement parks that offer recreational facilities for both kids and their parents. Visitors can also take a walk through the city's memorial parks that tell the story of forgotten times.
Colton Transportation
Air transportation is available from San Bernardino International Airport.
Colton Higher Education
MTI College-Colton is the local college.
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High Points
Colton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in California):
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Top 19% |
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Comparative Profile of Colton, California
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