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American Canyon

California, United States · North America

About American Canyon

American Canyon is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Vallejo, 42km from Muir Woods National Monument.

American Canyon is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 20,554, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, American Canyon sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Los Angeles time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add American Canyon to your route.

About American Canyon

American Canyon (previously known as Napa Junction) is a city in southern Napa County, California, United States, 35 miles (55 km) northeast of San Francisco, part of the San Francisco Bay Area. The 2020 census reported the city's population as 21,837. Its ZIP Code is 94503, and its area code is 707. It is in the

Read more Pacific Time time zone and observes Daylight-Saving Time. The city was incorporated in 1992.

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American Canyon offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is American Canyon located?

American Canyon is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 38.1749 latitude, -122.2608 longitude.

What is the population of American Canyon?

American Canyon has a population of approximately 20,554 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
20,554
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
38.1749, -122.2608

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AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from American Canyon

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

racetrack

Sonoma Raceway

A challenging road course set among the rolling hills of California wine country, hosting NASCAR and IndyCar events.

17 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Napa Valley

America's most celebrated wine region with over 400 wineries, Michelin-starred restaurants, hot-air balloon rides, and the scenic Silverado Trail.

36 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Alcatraz Island

Notorious former federal penitentiary on a rocky island in San Francisco Bay that once held America's most dangerous criminals.

41 km · about 50 min drive

national park

Muir Woods National Monument

An ancient old-growth coast redwood forest just north of San Francisco, offering peaceful trails beneath towering thousand-year-old trees.

42 km · about 50 min drive

museum

Exploratorium

A pioneering hands-on science museum on San Francisco's waterfront that inspired interactive museums worldwide.

43 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Coit Tower

Art Deco observation tower on Telegraph Hill offering 360-degree views of San Francisco, the bay, and the Golden Gate Bridge.

43 km · about 50 min drive

bridge

Golden Gate Bridge

The Art Deco suspension bridge spanning the Golden Gate strait in famous International Orange; drive, cycle, or walk it, with classic viewpoints at Battery Spencer and Fort Point.

44 km · about 50 min drive

museum

Blackhawk Museum

Classic and rare automobiles displayed as art in an elegant gallery setting in the San Francisco Bay Area.

47 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near American Canyon

  • 44 kmGolden Gate BridgeThe Art Deco suspension bridge spanning the Golden Gate strait in famous International Orange; drive, cycle, or walk it, with classic viewpoints at Battery Spencer and Fort Point.
  • 70 kmTom Lantos Tunnels (Devil's Slide)Twin highway tunnels that bypass the notorious Devil's Slide cliffs on Highway 1 south of Pacifica; the old clifftop roadbed is now a spectacular coastal trail.

Nearby Destinations

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Vallejo

🇺🇸 United States

8 km awayPop. 121,692

Green Valley

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12 km awayPop. 1,625

Napa

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14 km awayPop. 80,434

Crockett

🇺🇸 United States

14 km awayPop. 3,094

Rodeo

🇺🇸 United States

16 km awayPop. 8,679

Benicia

🇺🇸 United States

17 km awayPop. 28,167

Hercules

🇺🇸 United States

18 km awayPop. 25,314

Pinole

🇺🇸 United States

19 km awayPop. 19,269

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