Introduction to American Canyon
American Canyon, California, in Napa county, is 4 miles N of Vallejo, California (center to center) and 25 miles N of Oakland, California. The city is bordered on the west by the Napa River and the foothills of the Sulpher Springs Mountains on the east. American Canyon has an ethnically diverse population. The city was incorporated in 1992.
The climate is generally mild. Highway 29, known as the "Napa Valley Winery Trail" traverses through the municipality. It's regarded as a middle-income residential community. A green belt surrounds most of the city.
American Canyon History
The region was inhabited by the Patwin Indians. Don Francis Castro and Father Jose Altimura were the initial Europeans to explore the region. Settlers arrived in the early 1830's. During this time, there were six Indian tribes living in the area that were often at war with each other. A vast number of the Indians died due to a small-pox epidemic. George Calvert created the first vineyard in Napa County. In the early years cattle, grains, fruits and mineral mining were significant factors for the economy.
American Canyon Activities and Attractions
The city hosts the American Canyon Community Music Festival. Residents have access to a popular aquatics facility and numerous parks. The Newell Open Space Preserve is enjoyed by nature enthusiasts. Trails are situated along the hillsides and wetlands. The Napa Valley is renowned for its wineries. Maddona Estate, Adastra Wines, Domaine Carneros, Bouchaine Vineyards and Buena Vista Winery are close by.
The Sonoma Valley incldudes popular vineyards, ancient oak trees and attractive hills. Copia the American Center for wine, food and the arts is a popular destination. The Six Flags Marine World is close by. The Napa Valley Wine Train provides a great tour of the wine region. Hennessey, Marie and Whitehead lakes are located in the county.
American Canyon Transportation
Napa Valley College and Solano Community College are close by.
American Canyon Transportation
Air travel is available at the close by Napa Airport. The airports in Oakland and San Francisco are less than an hour away.
