Redlands Santa Fe Depot District

The Redlands Santa Fe Depot District is a historic railway area with buildings from the 1880s to 1910s, including a Classical Revival style train station and former orange packing facilities. The site is being transformed into a mixed-use area with shops and restaurants.

Rail service arrived in Redlands in 1888 and made the town a key transportation hub for the region's orange industry. The station became the center of local trading networks.

The district preserves buildings from the 1880s Chinatown area, showing how Chinese workers shaped local development. These structures tell the story of people who helped build the community.

The district is located downtown and easy to walk through. Most buildings are visible from the street, though interior access depends on ongoing renovations.

The station once served as the end point for day trips from Los Angeles, bringing many visitors to the area. These rail services shaped Redlands as a destination for travelers from the greater region.

Location: Redlands

GPS coordinates: 34.05860,-117.18300

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:40