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Cabazon
Eden Index
Climate
9.0
•
Recreation
8.4
•
Community
0.6
•
Safeguard
6.7/10
Cabazon, California is a small community located in Riverside County, just outside of Palm Springs. The region boasts a desert climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The area does not receive much precipitation, and is known for its arid landscape, with sparse vegetation and rugged terrain. Hydrology constituents in the region are limited, with the primary source of water coming from the nearby San Gorgonio River. Despite its harsh climate, Cabazon offers a number of outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking in the San Jacinto Mountains, rock climbing in nearby Joshua Tree National Park, and golfing at several local courses. Popular attractions include the Cabazon Dinosaurs and the nearby Morongo Casino Resort and Spa.
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): 9.0
Cabazon receives approximately
389mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 46%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
Cabazon has a plant hardyness factor of
9, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
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
Salton Sea
Area Rivers
Salton Sea
Snowpack Depths
Salton Sea
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Salton Sea
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 8.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dripping Springs | 23 | 1,644 ft | |||
| Stone Creek - San Jacinto Mountain State Park | None | 5,910 ft | |||
| Idyllwild County Park | 102 | 5,343 ft | |||
| Hurkey Creek | 100 | 4,430 ft | |||
| Dark Canyon | 17 | 5,816 ft | |||
| Tool Box Spring | 6 | 6,110 ft | |||
| Idyllwild - Mount San Jacinto State Park | None | 5,412 ft | |||
| Lake Hemet | None | 4,349 ft | |||
| Fern Basin | 22 | 6,316 ft | |||
| Marion Mountain | 24 | 6,474 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): 0.6
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.