Welcome to Modesto
Modesto (Pop: 210,000) is the county seat of Stanislaus County in California. The city has experienced strong growth in recent years due to its proximity to major business centers and agriculture.
This city was founded in 1870 as a railroad stop on the line between Los Angeles and Sacramento by William Ralston, the financier of many early projects in California.
Exciting high adventure opportunities for exploring, boating, camping, hiking, watersports, weekend retreats and more.
Local Attractions:
Check out the local adventure opportunities:
- McHenry Mansion Built by hand in the early 1880s by Robert McHenry, a local rancher and banker.
- McHenry Museum Across the street from the McHenry Mansion. Filled with tidbits from Modesto's history.
- George Lucas Plaza , American Graffiti inspired bronze statue made in the honor of Modesto filmmaker George Lucas, located at Five Points (the intersections of McHenry Avenue, "J" Street, 17th Street, Downey and Needham).
- Gallo Center for the Arts , Center for performing arts recently opened
- Downtown Modesto is known for having a variety of restaurants and night life.
- The State Theatre Dating - 1920s theater and performancing arts center.
- John Thurman Field - Baseball stadium for the Modesto Nuts baseball team (single "A" affiliate of the Colorado Rockies MLB team).
Day-Trip Adventures
Exiciting destinations less than two hours away:
Amador County - Sierra Foothill Gold Country - likeside and mountainside resorts.
Sacramento CA - State Capitol - Metropolitan Area
Stockton CA - Metropolitan Area
Modesto Doubletree Resort Hotel
Located next door to the modern Modesto Centre Plaza, you'll find
100 bright and well-appointed guestrooms and suites that feature a breezy California style, all the comforts of home, and amenities like high speed internet access.
Modesto Civic Groups:
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