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Colton, CA

Colton is a city in San Bernardino County, California, United States. Nicknamed "Hub City", Colton is located in the Inland Empire region of the state and is a suburb of San Bernardino, approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) south of the city's downtown. The population of Colton is 52,154 according to the 2010 census, up from 47,662 at the 2000 census.

Colton is the site of Colton Crossing, which was one of the busiest at-grade railroad crossings in the United States. The crossing was installed in 1882 by the California Southern Railroad to cross the Southern Pacific Railroad tracks while building northward from San Diego. As a result of railroad acquisitions and mergers, this became the point at which Burlington Northern Santa Fe's "Southern Transcontinental Route" crossed the Union Pacific's "Sunset Route". As traffic on each line began to soar in the mid-1990s, fueled largely by the vast increase in imports passing through the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, the primitive crossing became a serious bottleneck. On August 28, 2013, the at-grade crossing was officially replaced by a fly-over that raises the east-west UP tracks over the north-south BNSF tracks.

Despite its status as a railroad town, Colton does not have passenger rail service. Passenger trains operated by Amtrak and Metrolink pass through Colton but do not stop there.

Colton is located at 34°3′54″N 117°19′18″W (34.064945, -117.321687). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.0 square miles (41 km2). 15.3 square miles (40 km2) of it is land and 0.7 square miles (1.8 km2) of it (4.46%) is water. Slover Mountain, once the highest point in San Bernardino Valley and the site of the Colton Liberty Flag, is located in the city. 

Colton focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Colton Recreation and Community Services Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include BalancePoint CrossFit and Colton Fit Body Boot Camp. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Colton, such as the Hidden Bear Trail and the Hidden Valley Canyon. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Colton, CA are Helm & Sons Amusements, San Bernardino History and Railroad Museum, and Fiesta Village Family Fun Park.

Population: 52,154 (2010). Area code: 909. ZIP code: 92324. Elevation: 1,004 ft (306 m). Area: 16.0 square miles (41 km2). 

FAQs

Is Colton, CA a good place to live?

Living in Colton offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Colton, there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Colton and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Colton are above average.

What's the crime rate in Colton, CA?

With a crime rate of 33 per one thousand residents, Colton has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 31. Within California, more than 87% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Colton.

What is Colton, CA is known for?

Colton is the site of Colton Crossing, which was one of the busiest at-grade railroad crossings in the United States. The crossing was installed in 1882 by the California Southern Railroad to cross the Southern Pacific Railroad tracks while building northward from San Diego. As a result of railroad acquisitions and mergers, this became the point at which Burlington Northern Santa Fe's "Southern Transcontinental Route" crossed the Union Pacific's "Sunset Route". 

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Colton

Colton’s Recreation and Community Services Department

BalancePoint CrossFit 

Colton Fit Body Boot Camp

Hidden Bear Trail

Hidden Valley Canyon

Helm & Sons Amusements

San Bernardino History and Railroad Museum

Fiesta Village Family Fun Park

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Neighborhoodscout

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