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Somerton, in the fertile Yuma Valley in southwestern Yuma County, is about 12 miles south of Yuma and 180 miles east of San Diego, at an elevation of 103 feet. It is equidistant from the California and Mexican borders. Somerton was established in 1898 and incorporated in 1918.
Though Somerton’s economy depends primarily upon agriculture, light industry is becoming important. Many residents are employed in citrus and vegetable growing and processing. Somerton also has a small commercial service sector with ample room for further growth.
San Luis Rio Colorado, 12 miles south of Somerton, is reputed to be Mexico’s fastest growing city with a population of approximately 200,000. It has curio shops, night clubs and other tourist attractions. Some 75 miles south of San Luis is the small fishing village of El Golfo de Santa Clara, Sonora. This area has clean sandy beaches, boat fishing, clam digging, swimming and a mild sunny climate.
Yuma County has many other nearby attractions. These include the Old Territorial Prison, Fort Yuma, and 16th century St. Thomas Mission; Laguna, Imperial and Morelos Dams, and the3 California dunes. Fishing, water skiing and at lakes along the Colorado River are attractive sports to both residents and tourists.
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