Origin of City Name: American Fork was named after the American Fork River. It was also called McArthursville and Lake City. American Fork was settled by Mormon pioneers in 1850, the city was incorporated on June 4, 1853. Read more American Fork history.

Attractions: Timpanogos Cave National Monument

Elevation: 4,600

Population: 24,000 (1998)

Visitor Information:
• Chamber of Commerce 54 E. Main (801) 756-5110
• Utah Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau - 51 S. University Ave, Suite #111 Provo (801) 370-8393, (800) 222-UTAH

City Parks: 18 parks

Medical Services: American Fork Hospital, 170 N. 1100 E. (801) 763-3300

Services: 12 gas stations (4-24 hour) and 8 auto repair (7 am-7 pm)

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