"Gateway to the Sequoia's" Visalia by Acore_Beauty_4_U_Luv

Visalia Travel Guide: 19 reviews and 32 photos

Visalia

Visalia is located in California’s San Joaquin Valley, a large and agriculturally rich basin that runs through the center of the state. Equidistant between San Francisco and Los Angeles, Visalia can be found just east of Highway 99 on Highway 198, the pathway to the Sequoia National Park.

Founded in 1852 and incorporated in 1874 Visalia serves as the county seat for Tulare County, the number one agricultural producing county in the nation. Visalia has experienced tremendous growth in the late twentieth century, from a population of 27,000 in 1970 to over 91,565 today. Occupying over 27.68 square miles, Visalia continues to grow - in population, diversity, and sophistication. Once a creekside settlement, Visalia has become a thriving community that takes pride in the small town feel and high quality of life that accompanies our big city amenities. Visalia is also home to the infamous BaTwOmAn.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Population about 107,000
Cons:Very hot in the summer
In a nutshell:BaT WoMan lives here {{{flap,flap,flap}}}

Last visit to Visalia: Sep 2003
Intro Updated Mar 11, 2007
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Reviews (10)

Where is tarnation is Visalia? :) Tourist Traps (1)

You know those mugs, T-shirts, bumper stickers, and the like? Don't waste your money on them. You are going to get them... more travel advice

Mooney Grove Park & Tulare County Museum... Favorites (1)

Nestled amid the old stately oak trees of Mooney Grove Park is the Tulare County Museum. The museum was erected in 1948... more travel advice

Visalia in a Nutshell :) Things to Do (2)

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION Nestled at the base of the magnificent Sierra Nevada Range, Visalia's Central California... more travel advice

Downtowne Visalia, Main Street :) Off The Beaten Path (1)

Downtown Visalia Can Be Found 72 Miles North of Bakersfield and 43 Miles South of Fresno. Just Off Highway 99 about 6... more travel advice

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Anchovy56 Jan 24, 2007 at 9:55 AM

Yes, its cold here too...I will ride in my mind instead..
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sayedaburas Jan 21, 2007 at 11:14 PM

I did like it ~_~
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Azri_Azmi Nov 18, 2006 at 11:28 PM

I like your mini Visalia page. Can i say that Visalia is a peaceful town? Take care, regards from Melaka, Malaysia.
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Braveheart.southafrr Oct 28, 2006 at 7:08 AM

hi marcelle whens the next lingere show ???????????? kenneth
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RickinDutch Jun 21, 2006 at 3:36 PM

I know that motel! So what made you so special they turned the water on? Birthday greetings from Alaska!
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gilabrand Feb 9, 2005 at 12:44 AM

How right you are about bringing home junky souvenirs!
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Kentbein Oct 31, 2004 at 9:04 AM

I visited Visalia my sophmore yera in college when I worked the summer at Sequoia Nat'l Park. What a great time! Love that part of the country!
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jgemini65 Aug 24, 2004 at 12:42 PM

Perfect "Tourist Trap" tip!
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Stephen-KarenConn May 4, 2004 at 6:12 AM

Outstanding home town tips. Great peronsal touches and humor. You should make Visalia proud.
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Christophe_Ons Mar 22, 2004 at 4:31 PM

Your hometown pages are a wonderful read, witty and insightful - great stuff. Hello from Belgium.