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City in California, United States
Photo: Laurie Losh Babcock; sculptor August Leimbach, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons
Upland is a city in San Bernardino County on the edge of the Inland Empire in Southern California. Formally incorporated in 1906, Upland has a long, rich history in agriculture and included a segment of Route 66. Upland and the region used to be home to thousands of acres of citrus groves; today, however, the city is home to many quiet residential neighborhoods and is a gateway to recreational opportunities in the San Gabriel Mountains.
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One of many Madonna of the Trail statues that commemorate American pioneer women, the one in Upland is located at the busy intersection of historic route 66 and Euclid Avenue. The monument was dedicated in 1929 and contains inscriptions that honors Jedediah Smith's 1826 crossing of the area in search of a westward-flowing river.
The main north-south artery in the area was originally laid out by the Chaffey Brothers in the mid 1800s. Today, it is a wide, tree-lined boulevard that links Chino with San Antonio Heights. Originally, a trolley car ran in the median and connected residents in San Antonio Heights with jobs in Ontario. Today, the median is home to a dirt path from Foothill Boulevard north to San Antonio Heights, and park space in downtown Ontario.
Both Upland and the nearby unincorporated San Antonio Heights to the north are home to a wealth of historic properties that sprang up in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Many are open for tours; consult the local chamber of commerce for more information.
Leave your car at the cul-de-sac at the east end of 24th street in northern Upland and stroll along Cucamonga Wash along the trail. Benches, provided by the San Antonio Heights Association, line the trail. In wet years, Cucamonga Creek flows out of Cucamonga Canyon to the dam at the south end of Cucamonga Wash.
Historic Route 66, today's Foothill Boulevard, passed through Upland en route to San Bernardino or Santa Monica. Today, the stretch contains an interesting mix of old and new and is seeing a revival with new businesses and street improvements.
Downtown Upland is the historic core of the city, just off Euclid Avenue on 2nd Avenue. Today, the area is seeing a revival as more specialty shops are locating to the area. Downtown is also home to an evening market on Thursday nights during the summer, and the annual Lemon Festival in April.
Consider spending a morning walking up and down the median of Euclid Avenue north of Foothill Boulevard, gazing at the unique homes and enjoying the shade of trees and company of other hikers heading up towards San Antonio Heights.
Mi Ranchito serves close-to authentic Mexican food at good prices. This spot is a favorite among locals.
Giuseppe's serves Persian and Italian cuisine along with some Mediterranean foods. Quaint little restaurant in historic San Antonio Heights.
Upland Kabob serves Persian kabobs at inexpensive prices.
Thai Family serves good Thai cuisine with friendly staff and inexpensive prices.
Kuma is a newer Japanese restaurant that serves great sushi. A perfect stopping place if traveling along the 210 Fwy.
Kishi serves good food and sushi and gets crowded on Friday and Saturday nights. The owners are friendly and the food is fresh.
Legend's is a classic diner-style fast food restaurant with multiple locations in the Foothill Communities. The original location is here. Large combo platters and classic American foods make this place popular among locals.
Jim's has been serving great burgers and sandwiches for years. A faithful clientel has kept the restaurant in business in the face of a boom in fast-food in the area.
Great German food and pastries are to be found at this small establishment. Friendly staff and an extensive menu make this place a must for any Upland visitor.
Nice place to hang out after work or on the weekend.
A local favorite for homestyle Italian food. Stop by for a quick and tasty $5.50 large pepperoni or cheese pizza. Large menu of Italian dishes, subs, salad, wings, and appetizers. Take-out, delivery, and catering.
By plane
Upland lies just northwest of LA/Ontario International Airport (ONT), in Ontario and accessible via the San Bernardino (I-10) Freeway.
By train
Amtrak, the national rail service, serves Ontario just to the south of the city.
By car
Interstate 10 and State Route 210 both cross Upland in an east-west direction, providing links to Los Angeles and San Bernardino.
By bus
Omnitrans is the Inland Valley's main bus line and serves Upland with several routes, primarily bus routes 66 and 83.
By bike
Upland lies along the path of the former Pacific Electric Railway, now used as a freshly-paved pedestrian and bike path connecting nearby Montclair to Rancho Cucamonga.
By car
Upland is a very automobile-friendly city, with wide streets and plentiful parking. Consider leaving your car in downtown Upland (be aware of time limits) and exploring the area on foot.
By bus
The city is served by Omitrans, a bus system that serves the Inland Valley region. Routes 63, 66, 67, 68, and 83 all traverse the city and stop at many major sights.
By bike
Many of Upland streets and wide boulevards, including Euclid Avenue and Foothill Boulevard, have bike lanes.
By foot
A great way to see Upland is by foot. Leave your car in downtown and stroll about the historic core of the city.
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