Mt Calavera & Vista

Now, we're talking... aaahhhh Vista. This is where I live, and I love this town. It's about 7 miles from the coast; but where we live, we get a nice onshore breeze to keep us cool for most of the year. There are some valleys in Vista where it can get fairly warm, but still our temps are mild for the most part. Lot's of beautiful rolling hills here in Vista, and a sense of rural living in many areas. We've got beautiful horse ranches, great schools, stunning neighborhoods and plenty of agriculture to boot.

Vista is growing and changing everyday! The Vista Business Park is forecasted to grow, and as a result, add thousands of employment opportunities to our community. Our city draws people from surrounding areas to visit our parks, cultural events and historical sites.

In 1845, Governor Pio Pico issued a land grant to Felipe Subria where the Rancho Buena Vista Adobe stands today - Buena Vista Park drew people from the surrounding regions for social gatherings. This historic site, along with the Guajome Regional Park and Agua Hedionda Y los Manos Adobe, are just some of our historic treasures.

The Rancho Buena Vista Adobe looks basically the way it did when it was built 150 years ago, but it has some modern upgrades and was used a residential home as recently as 1989 when the City of Vista purchased it. In 1851, the property was given as a wedding gift for $1.00. I've lived in Vista for many years, and making my first visit to the Adobe was delightful. I plan to visit again, to get the full tour! I spoke with the Rancho Program Coordinator, Beverly Fisher, who graciously allowed me browse around and take a few pictures. (Thanks Beverly!) I felt a reverence as I walked through the rooms of the old adobe; I could just imagine the families and stories that took place there.

(Photos courtesy of Rancho Buena Vista Adobe)

Guajome Regional Park is part of the San Diego Founder's Trail, and offers camping, horse-back riding, fishing and beautiful natural landscaping.

Fun things to do in Vista!!

The Wave waterpark, take the kids to play on the water slides, and wave pool, and more!

Vista our fairly new Vista Village Center, where you can shop, eat (of course) and go to the theatre. Be sure to talk a stroll along the Buena Vista Creek!!

Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum where you can view interesting collections and exhibits of early California farming.

Moonlight Amphitheatre & the Avo Playhouse Coming up in November "Drivng Miss Daisy"

Our great city adopted a Marine Corps squadron, Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 36. The purpose of the adopt-a-unit program is for an American city to connect to, and provide support for, a unit abroad who, by their very nature sacrifice so much for us here at home. Click here to learn how you can get involved. Good job, Vista!!

In 2005, Vista was named one of the nations 50 Fabulous Places to Raise Your Family. I agree!!