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San Dimas, CA

San Dimas is a city in the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles County, California, United States. At the 2020 census, its population was 34,924. It historically took its name from San Dimas Canyon in the San Gabriel Mountains above the northern section of present-day San Dimas.

San Dimas is bordered by the San Gabriel Mountains range to the north, Glendora and Covina to the west, La Verne to its north and east side, Pomona to its south and east side, Walnut and the unincorporated community of Ramona to the southwest, and the unincorporated community of West San Dimas, which is an enclave in the southwestern portion of the city.

The first known European exploration of the area was in 1774, when Juan Bautista de Anza passed through on the first overland expedition of Las Californias, from New Spain-Mexico towards Monterey Bay. The area was originally developed in 1837 with the Mexican land grant from Governor Juan Bautista Alvarado to Ygnacio Palomares and Ricardo Vejar for the Rancho San Jose, then in Alta California. It later became known as La Cienega Mud Springs, so named because of the local mud springs that created a riparian marsh and healing place. Palomares and Vejar conducted sheep and cattle operations on Rancho San Jose, also growing crops for consumption by the residents of the rancho. In the early 1860s, a severe drought decimated the ranch's population of sheep and cattle. Ygnacio Palomares died in 1864, and his widow began selling the ranch land in 1865. Vejar lost his share by foreclosure to two Los Angeles merchants, Isaac Schlesinger and Hyman Tischler, in 1864. In 1866, Schlesinger and Tischler sold the ranch to Louis Phillips.

San Dimas is a suburb of Los Angeles County nestled along the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, about 28 miles (45 km) east/northeast of downtown Los Angeles and north of the Pacific Ocean. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 15.4 sq mi, of which 0.39 sq mi (1.0 km2) is covered by water. Cinnamon Creek crosses the city, roughly parallel to the Arrow Highway, before reaching Cinnamon Falls near San Dimas Avenue.

San Dimas runs along and southward from historic U.S. Route 66, another part of its development in the earlier 20th century. Other major arteries include Arrow Highway (east-west) and San Dimas Avenue (north-south). The Foothill Freeway (I-210) connects the city to Pasadena and the San Fernando Valley, with California State Route 57 connecting to Orange County and the beaches.

San Dimas focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the San Dimas Recreation and Community Services Department. 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 Planet Fitness, MPR Fitness, and Crunch Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around San Dimas, such as the Walnut Creek Community Regional Park and the San Dimas Canyon Community Regional Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in San Dimas, CA are Raging Waters Los Angeles, Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park, and Trapped! Escape Room.

Population: 34,924 (2020). Area code: 909. Elevation: 955 ft (291 m). Area: 15.43 sq mi (39.96 km2). ZIP Code: 91773.
 

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Is San Dimas, CA a good place to live?

San Dimas is in Los Angeles County and is one of the best places to live in California. Living in San Dimas offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In San Dimas, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in San Dimas and residents tend to lean liberal. 

Is San Dimas, CA expensive to live in?

San Dimas, California's cost of living is 55% higher than the national average. San Dimas's housing expenses are 147% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 11% higher than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 28% higher than the national average.

What was the original name of San Dimas?

The year the Santa Fe Railroad was completed and began operating a rail line through the area. The railroad's arrival triggered a land boom. The newly formed San Jose Ranch Company laid out streets and lots, land agent E.M. Marshall opened the first business, a hardware store, at the corner of Bonita and Depot streets, and the name Mud Springs was changed to San Dimas.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of San Dimas

San Dimas’ Recreation and Community Services Department

Planet Fitness

MPR Fitness

Crunch Fitness

Walnut Creek Community Regional Park 

San Dimas Canyon Community Regional Park

Raging Waters Los Angeles

Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park

Trapped! Escape Room

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