About NAPA, CA
The City of Napa, incorporated in 1872, is located at the base of the world-famous Napa Valley wine-producing region, approximately 50 miles northeast of San Francisco. It has a land area of 18.34 square miles and a population of 68,000. A Citizens Initiative established a Rural Urban Line around the City that should ultimately limit the City's growth to around 85,000 residents.
Napa Valley is surrounded by world renowned vineyards and a rim of rolling hills and mountains of spectacular beauty. As many tourists and locals have discovered, there is more to Napa Valley than great wines. Several wineries support world-class art collections for public viewing. Looking for that special place to shop for gifts? Don't miss the Premium Outlets in Napa and Vintage 1870 in Yountville, the mall in downtown Napa, and the many fine shops in St. Helena and Calistoga. And don't forget a visit to Copia, a celebration of wine, food, and the arts. The Napa Valley is a tourist paradise that has something for almost everyone, whether it is adventure, sports, arts and culture, history or a chance for some leisure time to just pamper yourself. Whether your interest is hiking, enjoying a wine and cheese picnic, or just relaxing with friends and family, Napa County offers a number of beautiful parks with a wide range of amenities for visitors to the Napa Valley. The generous topography of the Napa Valley coupled with its moderate climate offer the perfect conditions for growing world-class wine grapes. The more than two hundred wineries scattered throughout the valley reflect the spirit of this region with their unique architecture, their beautiful gardens and, of course, their stunning surroundings.
The Napa Valley Wine Train maintains a tourist rail line from Napa to St Helena along the old S&P right-of-way. The California Northern Railroad crosses the southern third of the County connecting to the Union Pacific main line at the city of Cordelia. The Napa County Airport, between the cities of Napa and American Canyon, serves as a multi-engine airline transition training site for Japan Airlines, and an executive style airport with limited charter capability for both passengers and freight. Angwin airport is a small airport located on Howell Mountain.
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