Morgan Hill,Ca -is located in southern Santa Clara Valley, approximately 12 miles south of San Jose, 10 miles north of Gilroy, and 15 miles inland from the Pacific Coast. The Valley is approximately 4 miles wide and is surrounded by the Santa Cruz mountain range to the west, and the Diablo mountain range to the east. Parks and open spaces abound, making Morgan Hill one of the last communities in the region with a charming, small town atmosphere
Currently, 36,000 citizens call Morgan Hill their home.
Civic Center – The Civic Center site, located on Peak Avenue between Main Street and Dunne Avenue, includes both City Hall and the Morgan Hill Library. A new 28,000 square foot library, to be sited west of City Hall, is in the planning stages. It will replace the current library which was built in 1973 and was designed to serve a population of 8,000.
Indoor Recreation Center – Designed with both youth and seniors in mind, the Indoor Recreation Center is now under construction adjacent to Community Park on Edmondson Avenue. Scheduled to be open in September 2006, this 52,000 square foot facility will include an indoor pool, locker rooms, a gymnasium, fitness rooms, and many other amenities. Youth and senior wings with lounging and social spaces will be accessible free of charge, with recreational activities available for a fee.
Morgan Hill Aquatic Center – This exciting new Center, located at 16200 Condit road opened on June 12, 2004. It brings brought long sought after relief to the many Morgan Hill swimmers and water lovers that who have been traveling to distant facilities or coping with overcrowded local facilities for many years. Aquatics Center Website
Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center – Opened in 2002, the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, located at 17000 Monterey Road, has been described as the "crown jewel" of the South County." This wonderful facility has an array of rooms and amenities that make it the perfect place for any event. Visit the Center’s Website
Police Station – Police officers and dispatchers have been crowded into an old, cramped police station for many years. The City purchased a new building for the Police Department and had the building modified for the Police Department. The new facility offers increased safety for the public, enhanced parking, and better working conditions for Police Department employees. The Morgan Hill Police Facility new facility is located at 16200 Vineyard Blvd. just north of Tennant Ave. It opened July 2004, replacing a crowded station downtown.
Here is a picture of the new building
Sports Complex – Morgan Hill youth and adults play on a variety of softball, baseball, and soccer teams. Because of the high levels of participation in these activities, outdoor sports fields are in short supply in the Morgan Hill area. The new Morgan Hill Sports Complex, which will be built on Condit Road at the site of the existing soccer complex, will feature a number of new fields to meet Morgan Hill’s needs. This facility is still under Construction at this time 6/01/05
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MORGAN HILL
Morgan Hill is located in the beautiful valley between the Bay Area and the Monterey Bay. With its proximity to San Jose and its ties to agriculture, Morgan Hill blends small town goodness with modern touches. Well-known strawberry fields and farmers' markets are a warm foil for modern movie theaters and well-stocked shopping malls. Morgan Hill contains ten county parks, the second largest California state park, award winning wineries and breweries, many varieties of restaurants, and a lovely downtown area for your afternoon shopping.
In the mid 1700's, Franciscan fathers planted Mission Santa Clara de Asis vineyards. Since that time, Santa Clara Valley vintners have planted, tasted and tried new combinations and techniques. Today, there are over forty wineries producing wines as unique as any produced in California.
Morgan Hill has a diverse array of shopping centers and stores conveniently located throughout the city. The downtown area offers a unique blend of retail stores, restaurants, personal services, banks, other businesses and new architecture.
GILROY
Nestled in the lush Gavilian foothills between the Santa Cruz mountains and the Diablo range, the community of Gilroy serves at the southern gateway to the bountiful Santa Clara Valley. Historically named the "Pleasant Valley," Gilroy enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate and a tranquil beauty that beckons the discriminating traveler.
Drive through Gilroy on a hot summer day and you will smell first-hand why we are known as the "Garlic Capital of the World." Gilroy lives up to its reputation, too. Surrounded by fields of the famous bulb, the city also features several garlic shops and processing plants. Restaurants and shops throughout the town feature the "Stinking rose" and other produce year-round.
Located amidst breathtaking panoramas of countryside and rolling hills, Gilroy's charming and intimate wineries provide visitors with a chance to explore picturesque backroads not usually seen by those outside the area.
Stroll through our town and you will see historical houses and dotting tree-lined streets. In Gilroy's historic downtown, you will find quaint shops and three community theater companies. Whimsical murals grace the fronts of many of the turn-of-the-century buildings. Visitors enjoy the wonderful blend of old fashioned congeniality and personal service.
PARKS
NATIONAL AND STATE
Pinnacles National Monument - Located South of Hollister - take a picnic, hiking shoes, and a flashlight so that you can explore the park's unique rock formations and ancient caves. Expert rock climbers consider this a prime destination. Picnic sites are plentiful, and a campground with a pool is located just outside the park.
Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area - hosts hundreds of riders most weekends. It is considered a premier off-roading facility and hosts dozens of events each year.
Henry Coe State Park - features canoeing, fishing, hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. It has 68,000 acres of range land containing steep mountain slopes, streams, trails, ninety lakes and ponds, and an abundance of wildlife.
COUNTY AND CITY
Our county and city parks offer plenty of options. Water sports like fishing, boating, or jet-skiing are the perfect activity for our many reservoirs. Near Morgan Hill, you can visit Anderson Reservoir or Uvas Reservoir. San Justo Reservoir, outside of Hollister is one of the state's newest recreational activities. You can take a quiet walk or hike alongside a creek at the Uvas Canyon Country Park, featuring miles of trails and rustic camping sites. Mt. Madonna County Park outside of Gilroy hosts a small herd of white deer who are only too happy to nibble on acorns offered by visiting children. There are also cool hills to hike in, and excellent campgrounds to stay in, should you decide to spend the night.
Check out these links for more information:
Gilroy Veterinary Hospital
City of Morgan Hill
City of Gilroy
Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce
Morgan Hill Unified School District
Gilroy Unified School District
Coldwell Banker
United Presbyterian Church
St. Catherine's Church
Morgan Hill Country School
Gilroy Presbyterian Church
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