On-Line Atlas of the San Francisco Bay Area

Focus: Contra Costa County

Contra Costa County is probably one of the less-well-known of the Bay Area communities. Relying on a base of manufacturing and services, the county has thrived as a result of its close proximity to major Bay Area centres. The county is a gateway for land-based transportation to and from the Bay Area, as many transport routes from the area travel through the county.

View from the bay toward Richmond and San Pablo

The map below shows some of the major communities and transport links in the area. Follow the links below the overview map for more information about the county and its people.

Overview: Contra Costa County