Advertising itself as the "Citrus Capital of the World" and located amongst the Santa Clara River Valley orchards, Santa Paula, California, was one of the earliest hubs of the States' petroleum industry. While agriculture is the city's most important industry today, Santa Paula experienced an economic boom when local miners struck oil.
Tourism is also big business here, as those who visit enjoy some of the best-kept remaining examples of mature California citrus grove landscapes. While there aren't many large retail stores within city limits, plenty of smaller stores sell necessities from food to clothing and everything in between. The local population has strongly influenced the cities' culture, as many of the tiendas have a distinctly Latin American flair.
Santa Paula is an excellent place to find yourself if you're a fan of educational attractions and expanding your intellectual horizons. This city is a learners' paradise, with museums seemingly on every corner. Whether you're learning about the history of the California oil industry at the California Oil Museum, taking in the beauty of the many works at the Santa Paula Art Museum, or checking out the high-flying exhibits at the Aviation Museum of Santa Paula, visitors have a great time packing their brain with new information.
Lovers of live performances shouldn't miss the chance to visit the Santa Paula Theater Center, and don't forget your hiking boots when you visit the Santa Paula Canyon Falls, also known as the Punch Bowls. After the museums comes time to unwind, and Santa Paula has excellent options available. My Greatest Escape is an escape game that is fun for all ages, and who doesn't love the feeling of figuring out the solution to a challenging mystery, especially when your freedom is the prize?
The city is beloved by its approximately 30,000 residents for its magnificent views of the River Valley and fruit orchards as far as the eye can see, but the downtown area is centered around Main Street, where the oldest homes in the city are located. With so much of the economy based on agriculture, it's no surprise that two companies considered the best in the city to work for are Calavo Growers and Limoneira, two major agricultural corporations with 1,800 and roughly 300 employees, respectively. Many other nearby companies have achieved high rankings on the "Best Companies to Work For" list headquartered in Santa Paula, including SoCalGas, Granite Construction, and AZZ, a specialty electrical equipment, welding, and engineering services company.
If you live in Santa Paula or the surrounding Ventura and Los Angeles Counties, you already know that those delicious fruits and vegetables that grow nearby attract many kinds of pests and nuisance wildlife. While the critters add character to the surrounding environment, they're still not welcome guests on your property or in your business. If you're having problems with
gophers,
rodents, or other pests damaging your home or property,
contact us today for an estimate and to see what we can do for you. We have been servicing the area for over 20 years and have earned our reputation as the top pest and
wildlife control company around.
