During the ensuing years the town prospered and grew. In 1887, irrigation tunnels were dug into
Cucamonga Canyon by Chinese laborers and the Santa Fe Railroad was extended through the
area. Among the town's economic mainstays was agriculture, including olives, peaches, citrus,
and, most notably, vineyards. In 1913, the Pacific Electric Railway was extended through the
area in an effort to improve crop transportation. Several landmarks in existence today pay
tribute to the city's multicultural founding. In 1977, the unincorporated communities of Alta
Loma, Cucamonga, and Etiwanda voted to incorporate, forming the city of Rancho Cucamonga.
Today the City of Rancho Cucamonga invites you to acquaint yourself with all it has to offer. As
part of one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas, Rancho Cucamonga nonetheless remains
one of the safest cities in the country and is a desirable place to live, work, and play. Crowned
by the majestic San Gabriel Mountains, the City's planned communities and award-winning
architecture reflect on a community proud of its past and excited by its future. With over 20
parks and community facilities, and having highly rated schools, Rancho Cucamonga has much
to offer its residents. Businesses too are finding Rancho Cucamonga is a great place to call
their home.
Rancho Cucamonga is a suburban city situated at the foothills of the San Gabriel
Mountains in San Bernardino County, California. It is located 37 miles east of Downtown Los
Angeles. The city has a estimated population of 174,305. The city's seal, which centers on a
cluster of grapes, alludes to the city's agricultural history and intimate connections to wine-
making. The city's favorable location and host of public amenities have earned it numerous
distinctions. Notably, Money Magazine ranked Rancho Cucamonga 42nd on its "Best Places to
Live" list in 2006. In addition, Insider Magazine established one Rancho Cucamonga
neighborhood as the 13th richest neighborhood in Southern California.