10 Fun Facts about Los Alamitos, CA

Looking for a place to call home in the Golden State? You can't go wrong with Los Alamitos, CA. This picturesque city is located in Orange County and is home to just over 11,000 residents. Here are 10 fun facts about Los Alamitos that you may not know!

1. Los Alamitos means "little cottonwoods" in Spanish.
2. The city was incorporated in March of 1960.
3. The average temperature in Los Alamitos is 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
4. The city is home to the Joint Forces Training Base LA-LB, which is the only combined military training base on the west coast of the United States.
5. The Los Alamitos Race Course is the only horse racing track in Orange County.
6. The Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge is located partially in Los Alamitos.
7. There are 26 parks and recreation facilities within the city limits.
8. Los Alamitos is known for its excellent schools, including Los Alamitos High School, which is consistently ranked as one of the best schools in the state.
9. The primary mode of transportation for residents is driving, but the city does have a small percentage of residents who use public transportation or walk/bike to get around.

10. In 2008, the city was ranked #10 on CNNMoney's list of the 100 best places to live in the U.S.

Los Alamitos may be a small city, but it's got a lot going for it! If you're thinking of moving to Orange County, consider making Los Alamitos your new home—you won't be disappointed.