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Upland is a city located in southwestern San Bernardino County, California. With a population of 77,646 as of 2020, it is one of the largest cities in San Bernardino County. Upland lies at the foot of the San Gabriel Mountains, approximately 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles.

History of Upland

Upland was founded in 1882 by George and William Chaffey, who also founded the city of Ontario in neighboring San Bernardino County. The Chaffeys modelled the layout of Upland after Ontario, with Upland's Euclid Avenue aligning with Euclid Avenue in Ontario. Upland was incorporated as a city in 1906. For more information on the history of Upland, visit the Upland, California Wikipedia page.

Upland Demographics and Population

As of the 2020 US Census, Upland had a population of 77,646 people. Upland saw rapid population growth in the post-World War II era, with its population nearly tripling between 1950 and 1970. Since the 1970s, population growth has slowed but Upland has continued to add residents. The racial and ethnic composition of Upland as of the 2020 Census was: The median age in Upland is 33.8 years old. 22.9% of the population is under 18 and 13.3% is age 65 or older.

Upland Government

Upland is governed by a City Council/City Manager form of government. The five members of the Upland City Council are elected at-large to staggered four-year terms. The Mayor is elected by the City Council from among its members. The Upland City Hall is located at: 460 N. Euclid Avenue Upland, CA 91786 (909) 931-4100 Visit the City of Upland's website to learn more about Upland's government, services, departments, and elected officials.

Upland Economy and Major Employers

Historically, Upland's economy was driven by citrus production due to its location at the foot of the San Gabriel Mountains. While citrus growing is still present, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, education, and construction are major components of Upland's economy today. Some of the top employers in Upland include: In recent years, nearby Ontario International Airport has spurred business park and logistics center development along Upland's northern border.

Attractions and Landmarks in Upland

Some of the most notable attractions and landmarks in Upland include:

Madonna of the Trail Statue

The Madonna of the Trail is a statue honoring the pioneer women who settled the West. Upland's statue is one of 12 Madonna of the Trail statues across the United States. It is located at Euclid Avenue and A Street. GPS coordinates: 34.107225, -117.648358 Address: Euclid Avenue and A Street, Upland, CA 91786

Upland Historic Downtown

Upland's historic downtown centers around Euclid Avenue and features early 20th century architecture and historic buildings. GPS coordinates: 34.099558, -117.649447 Address: Euclid Avenue between 8th Street and Foothill Boulevard, Upland, CA 91786

Cabrillo Park

Cabrillo Park is a large park in northern Upland featuring picnic areas, sports fields, playgrounds, and walking paths. GPS coordinates: 34.134558, -117.639562 Address: 1175 Benson Ave, Upland, CA 91786

Public Transportation in Upland

Public transportation in Upland is provided by Omnitrans, the mass transit agency serving the San Bernardino Valley. Omnitrans operates nine bus routes that serve Upland and connect it to neighboring cities like Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Montclair, and San Bernardino. Most buses run on weekdays with more limited service on weekends. The Omnitrans System Map shows all routes and stops in Upland. Major transfer points in the city include the Upland Metrolink Station and Upland Transportation Center. Fares and passes can be purchased on buses, at the Upland Transportation Center, or through the Omnitrans website.

School Districts in Upland

Public education in Upland is provided by two school districts:

Upland Unified School District

Upland Unified School District serves most of Upland. It operates 9 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative high school. Upland Unified School District Office 390 N Euclid Ave, Upland, CA 91786 (909) 985-1864 Website: upland.k12.ca.us

Chaffey Joint Union High School District

Chaffey Joint Union High School District serves portions of Upland, Ontario, and Fontana. Students from Upland attend Etiwanda High School, which is located in Rancho Cucamonga. Chaffey Joint Union High School District Office 211 W. Fifth St, Ontario, CA 91762 (909) 988-8511 Website: cjuhsd.net

Higher Education in Upland

The main institution of higher education in Upland is the University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law campus. McGeorge has been located in Upland since 1966, on a 34-acre campus east of Historic Downtown Upland.

Libraries and Museums

Upland Public Library

The Upland Public Library serves as Upland's main public library. It has a collection of over 150,000 books, movies, music, and more. There is also a children's library, computers and wifi, and programs for all ages. Address: 450 N Euclid Ave, Upland, CA 91786 Phone: (909) 931-4200 Website: uplandpl.org

Cooper Regional History Museum

The Cooper Regional History Museum highlights Upland and San Bernardino Valley history. Exhibits cover Native American life, pioneers, citrus growing, Route 66, and more. Address: 217 E A St, Upland, CA 91786 Phone: (909) 982-8010 Website: coopermuseum.com

Annual Events in Upland

Popular annual events in Upland include:

Sports and Recreation

The Upland National Little League is one of the largest Little League programs in California, serving over 1,000 youth baseball and softball players. The league has produced multiple Little League World Series participants from its Northwest Little League team. Website: uplandnational.org Upland is home to the Upland High School Highlanders sports teams. Upland High competes in the Baseline League of the California Interscholastic Federation. Home games are held at Upland High Stadium. Website: uplandhighschoolathletics.com

Parks and Outdoor Activities

Upland has over 20 city parks with amenities like playgrounds, sports fields, walking paths, skate parks, picnic areas, and more. Popular parks include Cabrillo Park, Memorial Park, Gibson Park, San Antonio Park, and Pioneer Park. The city also manages over 300 acres of open space in the San Gabriel foothills northeast of the city, offering hiking, biking, and equestrian trails with views of the Inland Empire.

Shopping and Dining

Downtown Upland along Euclid Avenue has restaurants, boutiques, antiques stores, and more. Major shopping centers include: Popular dining and nightlife can be found along 2nd Avenue just north of Foothill Blvd. Regional chains and restaurants are clustered along Foothill Blvd and Mountain Ave.

Healthcare

San Antonio Regional Hospital is a 328-bed acute care hospital providing a range of inpatient and outpatient services. Address: 999 San Bernardino Rd, Upland, CA 91786 Phone: (909) 985-2811 Website: sach.org Upland also has numerous urgent care centers, medical offices, clinics, dentist offices, and pharmacies to serve local residents.

Places of Worship

As a diverse community, Upland has places of worship serving many faiths and denominations. Some of the largest churches, temples, and religious centers include:

Local Media

The local newspaper is the Daily Bulletin, based in Ontario, which covers Upland news. Regional news coverage also comes from the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin and Los Angeles media outlets.

Utilities

Electricity: Southern California Edison Natural Gas: Southern California Gas Company Water: San Antonio Water Company Sewer: City of Upland Public Works Department Telephone/Internet: Charter Communications, Frontier Communications Trash & Recycling: contracted waste haulers

San Bernardino County

As a municipality, Upland is located within the jurisdiction of San Bernardino County. The county seat is located in San Bernardino. San Bernardino County 385 N Arrowhead Ave San Bernardino, CA 92415 Phone: (909) 387-4855 Website: sbcounty.gov


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