Turlock

Turlock was founded on December 22, 1871 by John W Mitchell, a prominent cattle rancher in the area. Construction of the Central Pacific Railroad at that time had reached a station to be named after Mitchell, but he declined to have the station named after himself and suggested instead it be named after Turlough in County Mayo, Ireland. Thus, the new railroad town was named Turlock.

A recent boom in the retail sector has produced a considerable amount of growth along the Highway 99 corridor.

The city's long-established northern urban growth boundary limit, Taylor Road, has already been reached as a result of rapid residential development from the late 1990s to the present. Urban growth any further north than Taylor is restricted by the city's Master Plan.

Turlock is the home of California State University, Stanislaus, a liberal arts university, and part of the 23-campus California State University system. As of March 2005, CSU Stanislaus reported a student population of 6,192 undergraduate students. The number rises to 7,858 when considering all students, including graduate students.

 

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  • Sunrise Inn 2009-08-21

    Located in Turlock, Stanislaus County, California, United States

    Sunrise Inn located in Turlock is proud to offer 42 rooms equipped rooms with both standard and luxury amenities and is the first hotel in California to feature Nintendo Wii Sports in select rooms. We offer competitive long and extended stay rates for businesses and individuals. The Theater Room is perfect for special events such as family reunions and weddings. READ MORE

  • Bistro 234 Restaurant and Bar 2009-08-21

    Located in Turlock, Stanislaus County, California, United States

    Bistro 234 Restaurant and Bar located in Turlock offer lunch and dinner menus with fresh pasta, home made soups, crisp salads, chicken picatta, seasoned hamburgers and chicken Marsala. The best wine lists and fully stocked bars with a decadent dessert list round off a visit to the restaurant. READ MORE

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  • Days Inn Turlock2009-08-21

    Located in Turlock, Stanislaus County, California, United States

    The Days Inn Turlock is conveniently located off Highway 99 at Central Turlock, near the California State University - Stansilaus and the Stansilaus County Fairgrounds. Pets Allowed. Disabled Access Rooms. READ MORE

  • Fairfield Inn and Suites Turlock2009-08-21

    Located in Turlock, Stanislaus County, California, United States

    Fairfield Inn and Suites Turlock, based in Turlock offer guest rooms and suites with the Green Tea Bedding packages and a smoke-free policy. Nearby attractions: CSU Stanislaus, County Fairgrounds, Pedretti Sports Park, Hilmar Cheese, Land O' Lakes.READ MORE

  • Travelodge Turlock2009-08-21

    Located in Turlock, Stanislaus County, California, United States

    The Travelodge Turlock is conveniently located off Highway 99 at Lander Avenue exit near Central Turlock offering Patio rooms, Pool and Jacuzzi, Mini Suites, Handicapped Rooms and Queen bed rooms. Nearby attractions: Stansilaus Uni, County Fairgrounds, Hilmer Cheese Factory for Cheese tasting. The Historic Turlock area has 200 Churches to visit. READ MORE

  • Comfort Suites Turlock 2009-08-21

    Located in Turlock, Stanislaus County, California, United States

    The Comfort Suites Turlock, a hotel near California State University, Stanislaus, located in Turlock offer handicap access rooms, as well as their standard suites and a meeting room. The hotel is close to several local points of interest: Turlock Stadium, 14 Cinemas, Historic District, Carnegie Art Center, Stanislaus County Fairgrounds, ATCH Pedretti Sports Complex, Main Street Art Gallary, Lawton Doll Company, Turlock Community Theatre, Monte Vista Retail Center, Turlock Sports Complex, BeekmaREAD MORE

  • Candlewood Suites Turlock2009-08-21

    Located in Turlock, Stanislaus County, California, United States

    Candlewood Suites Turlock located in Turlock offers business and leisure travellers extended stay fully equipped and pet friendly rooms. The suites have oversized work desks, Internet, a DVD library, fitness center and shop - Candlewood Cupboard.Pets welcome. Enjoy the many wineries that Northern California has to offer. READ MORE

  • R&K Automatic Gate

    Located in Turlock, Stanislaus County, California, United States

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  • Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Turlock2009-08-21

    Located in Turlock, Stanislaus County, California, United States

    Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Turlock, California, located in Turlock, feature 78 guest rooms with 15 suites with hot breakfast complimentary. Nearby attractions: County Fair Grounds, Sports Park, Hillmar Cheese, Land 'O Lakes, restaurants and shopping complex. READ MORE

  • Best Western Orchard Inn 2009-08-21

    Located in Turlock, Stanislaus County, California, United States

    Best Western Orchard Inn in Turlock, offer Non-smoking rooms, Suites and Disabled Access Rooms in a beautiful landscaping tranquil and charming countryside setting. Visitors are nine miles from cheese tasting at the Hilmar Cheese Factory and are also near wine tasting at one of the numerous local vineyards that make up the scenic Lodi Wine Country of California.READ MORE