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Victorville is a city in San Bernardino County, California, with a population of 134,810 as of 2020. It is the principal city of a Victor Valley–based urban area and has a history of way stations, railroads, and highways.
Learn about the history and culture of U.S. Route 66 in Victorville, California, at this museum housed in a former cafe. See exhibits, photos, artifacts and more from the iconic highway.
George Air Force Base was a US Air Force base in Victorville, California, from 1941 to 1992. It was named after a World War I fighter ace and trained pilots for various conflicts, including the Korean War and the Vietnam War.
Before 1964, SR 18 continued south of San Bernardino to Lakewood, via La Cadena Drive, Magnolia Avenue, 6th Street, Pomona-Rincon Road, Santa Ana Canyon Road, Lincoln Avenue, Carson Street and Lakewood Boulevard. When freeways were constructed, SR 18 was routed on what is now Interstate 215 and State Route 91 as well as Lakewood Boulevard.
Service to Victorville on the UP City of Los Angeles and Santa Fe Grand Canyon lasted until May 1, 1971, when Amtrak took over intercity passenger service. [2] [3] Amtrak only retained the Santa Fe Super Chief, which did not stop at Victorville. [4] The Desert Wind, added in 1979, also passed through Victorville without stopping. [5]: 209
Cajon Pass is a mountain pass in Southern California where the San Andreas Fault creates a natural corridor for trains and highways. Learn about the origin of the name, the Mormon settlers, the aviation challenges, and the railroad companies that use the pass.
Victor Valley is a valley in the Mojave Desert and subregion of the Inland Empire, in San Bernardino County in Southern California. It has four incorporated municipalities, several unincorporated communities, and various transportation, government, education, and attraction options.
Learn about the history, route, and features of I-15 and SR 15, a major north–south state highway and Interstate Highway in California. The route connects San Diego, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties, and has various local names and scenic sections.