Located in south-western San Bernardino County is the city of Victorville, which skirts the edge of the Mojave Desert within Victor Valley. Currently, the population is more or less 112,097. Apple valley, hesperia and Adelanto are all small communities that are situated nearby, and the larger city of Los Angles is situated around eighty two miles southwest of the city.
The city was initially named Victor upon its incorporation in the year 1962. In 1901, the U.S post office change the name because it was confusing the city of Victor, Colorado on lots of occasions. The new name came from Jacob Nash Victor, who was construction superintendent for the southern railroad. The California State Highway and the Interstate I-15 run through the city, and US Route 395 runs nearby. Until the Interstate I-15 was constructed, the main national transportation route from Chicago to Illinois was US Route 66, which was established during the year 1926. It ran right through Victorville.
At first, Victorville was mainly an agricultural community. One large deposits of limestone and granite were located, the city gradually started relying on the cement manufacturing trade so as to support the financial system.
There are several activities and attractions which appeal to both residents and tourists alike. Due to its great location, there is mountain skiing and water sports found just minutes away. Moreover, Las Vegas is near so a lot travel there for entertainment. The California Route 66 Museum is located within Victorville, and there are some photos and artifacts which have been gathered throughout the years that tell the history of the highway. There is also the Fire Museum, that chronicles the fire fighting history of the city since the 1930's.
In Spring, the San Bernardino County Fair is held here. It is a full blown event, complete with carnival rides, livestock competitions, and celebrity concerts. There is also\even a performing arts centre situated downtown, which hosts some plays, concerts and musicals yearly.