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The historic town of Alamo is located in the
northern end of the San Ramon Valley, in beautiful Contra Costa County, 45
miles East of busy metropolitan San Francisco. Comfortably situated
between Mt. Diablo and Las Trampas Peak, Alamo residents enjoy a temperate
climate and a variety of year-round outdoor activities. Alamo is an
upscale community that boasts an outstanding school system, custom homes,
beautiful parks and equestrian trails, and has easy access to excellent
restaurants, shopping, and cultural advantages.
TRANSPORTATION/AIRPORTS
 Ride Horses, Walk or Bike on
Alamo's Iron Horse
Trail |
Several major airports make Alamo easily
accessible: San Francisco International Airport, Oakland International
Airport, and San Jose International Airport are all from 30 to 50 miles from
Alamo. Major freeways running north-south (#680) and east-west (#580)
provide access to areas in the East Bay including Oakland and Berkeley, as well
as to the thriving San Francisco area; and BART provides efficient and fast
public transportation to these urban locations.
BRIEF
HISTORY
 Excellent
Schools in Alamo,
Danville and Blackhawk |
Alamo is the second oldest township in an
area that until the mid 21st century was exclusively a fertile rural area
producing mainly a variety of fruits, nuts, grains, hay and cattle. As
the pressures of urban development affected Contra Costa County, Alamo
developed into a community characterized by an upscale style of life. The
County is one of the fastest growing environments in the Bay area, and has
developed in response to its metropolitan neighbor. Alamo embodies
the best of this rapidly changing trend, as it boasts a large number of
educated and skilled people who enjoy a healthy income and favorable lifestyle.
Alamo features ranch homes and estates, custom-built homes, beautifully
landscaped properties, and equestrian properties, as well as some townhouses
and condominiums. Of note is the Roundhill Country Club, a private club
which offers a leisurely, but active environment including swimming, tennis,
golf, and regular social events.
SPECIAL
ATTRACTIONS
Alamo's Quiet Tree-Lined Streets |
For the last 28 years the town has presented a 3-day
Spring Art and Fine Craft Festival. On display are fine examples of
original contemporary art and crafts that include sculpture, ceramics, fine
glass, woodwork, mixed media, paintings, jewelry, fiber art, and mixed
media. This show is highly regarded for the quality and beauty of the art
on display. The festival provides a place for Bay area residents to
admire and purchase works of art from the area’s finest artisans and
craftsmen.
 Graduates at Monte Vista High School |
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