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Grand Terrace, CA

Grand Terrace is a city in San Bernardino County, California, United States. The population was 12,040 at the 2010 census, up from 11,626 at the 2000 census. Grand Terrace is located between Highgrove and Colton, along the I-215 and Agua Mansa industrial corridors. The city is located between two mountain ridges: Blue Mountain to the east and the La Loma Hills to the west.

Grand Terrace's roots go back to Mexican land grants dating from the period between 1830 and 1840. Mormon settlers came shortly after, arriving in the San Bernardino Valley, during the 1850s. According to the Riverside Press, in 1876, there were nine buildings in the Terrace-Colton area. Originally, the area was simply referred to as "the Terrace", but the word "Grand" was added around 1898 due to the beautiful views which surround the city. In 1905, Seventh-day Adventists, whose medical university is now located in nearby Loma Linda, settled in the area. Grand Terrace, at the time known as "South Colton", experienced continued growth and development during the Southern California suburbia and sunbelt periods in the late half of the 20th century.

This 3.6-square-mile (9.3 km2) community has an average elevation of 1,065 feet (325 m). Its motto, inscribed on the city flag, is "The Blue Mountain City" (its official slogan is "A city set upon a mountain cannot be hidden"), and refers to the Blue Lupine flower that used to grow on Blue Mountain in the spring.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.5 square miles (9.1 km2), all land.

Grand Terrace gives importance to health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Grand Terrace 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. 345 Fit is a state-of-the-art facility furnished with a full range of exercise equipment to improve your cardiovascular and muscular fitness. Some popular options include The Fitness Bureau Training Facility and Grand Terrace Fitness Park. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Grand Terrace, such as the Blue Mountain Trail and the Grand Terrace Dog Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Grand Terrace, CA are Fiesta Village Family Fun Park, Helm & Sons Amusements, and Richard Rollins Community Park.

Population: 12,040 (2010). Area code: 909. Elevation: 1,063 ft (324 m). ZIP Code: 92313. Area: 3.50 sq mi (9.08 km2).

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What is the history of Grand Terrace, CA?

The people of the city are in the Riverside-San Bernardino metropolitan area. The history of Grand Terrace goes back to the Mexican land grants of the 1830s and '40s. The development of Grand Terrace started with the construction of the Gage Canal in 1896. Soon after that, this area became an agricultural community.

Is Grand Terrace, CA a nice place to live?

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

Is Grand Terrace, CA expensive?

Grand Terrace is 20% more expensive than the national average and 12% less expensive to live in than the average city in California. This assumes a $72,000 annual salary and a 2-bedroom Apt. Food costs in Grand Terrace are less affordable than average in the United States. Transportation costs in Grand Terrace are less affordable than average in the United States.

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City of Grand Terrace

Grand Terrace Recreation and Community Services Department

The Fitness Bureau Training Facility

345 Fit 

Grand Terrace Fitness Park

Blue Mountain Trail

Grand Terrace Dog Park

Fiesta Village Family Fun Park

Helm & Sons Amusements

Richard Rollins Community Park

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