San Carlos, Residential suburb in San Mateo County, California, United States
San Carlos extends across 5.54 square miles between San Francisco and San Jose, with streets lined by single-family houses and local businesses.
The territory belonged to Rancho de las Pulgas, a land grant given to José Darío Argüello in 1795, before its incorporation as a city in 1925.
The San Carlos History Museum presents local artifacts from Native American times through modern developments, while the Hiller Aviation Museum displays aircraft innovations.
The central business district contains numerous independent shops and restaurants, with convenient access to Highway 101 and public transportation options.
During World War II, the U.S. Army operated a War Dog Training Center in San Carlos that could accommodate 1,200 military dogs simultaneously.
Location: San Mateo County
Shares border with: Redwood City
Website: https://cityofsancarlos.org
GPS coordinates: 37.49917,-122.26333
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:33
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