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Angelus-Oaks
Eden Index
Climate
8.9
•
Recreation
9.4
•
Community
•
Safeguard
6.8/10
Angelus Oaks is a small mountain community located in San Bernardino County, California. The climate in this area is mild with warm summers and cool winters. The area is known for its beautiful natural scenery and outdoor recreation opportunities. The hydrology of Angelus Oaks is characterized by several streams and creeks that flow through the area, including the Santa Ana River. The water in these streams is typically clean and free of pollutants. Hiking, fishing, and camping are popular outdoor activities in Angelus Oaks. The community is surrounded by several national forests, including the San Bernardino National Forest, which offers opportunities for hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 8.9
Angelus-Oaks receives approximately
674mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 75%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Angelus-Oaks has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Santa Ana
Area Rivers
Santa Ana
Snowpack Depths
Santa Ana
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Santa Ana
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 9.4
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fern Basin | 22 | 6,316 ft | |||
| Marion Mountain | 24 | 6,474 ft | |||
| Idyllwild - Mount San Jacinto State Park | None | 5,412 ft | |||
| Heart Bar | 54 | 6,868 ft | |||
| Dark Canyon | 17 | 5,816 ft | |||
| Yucaipa Regional Park | 51 | 2,658 ft | |||
| Idyllwild County Park | 102 | 5,343 ft | |||
| Boulder Basin | 34 | 7,434 ft | |||
| Stone Creek - San Jacinto Mountain State Park | None | 5,910 ft | |||
| Bogart Park | 26 | 3,171 ft |
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI):
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.