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California-Hot-S
Eden Index
Climate
9.5
•
Recreation
6.4
•
Community
0.8
•
Safeguard
6.2/10
California-Hot-S is a region in California known for its hot and dry climate. The area is characterized by high temperatures, limited precipitation, and low humidity levels. Hydrology constituents in this region include a network of streams, rivers, and reservoirs that supply water for agriculture, urban areas, and outdoor recreation. The climate and hydrology of California-Hot-S create an ideal environment for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and water sports. Popular destinations for outdoor recreation in California-Hot-S include Joshua Tree National Park, Palm Springs, and the Salton Sea. Visitors can also enjoy the region's unique landscapes, including desert terrain and breathtaking mountain ranges.
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): 9.5
California-Hot-S receives approximately
686mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 36%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
California-Hot-S has a plant hardyness factor of
8, 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
Tulare-Buena Vista Lakes
Area Rivers
Tulare-Buena Vista Lakes
Snowpack Depths
Tulare-Buena Vista Lakes
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Tulare-Buena Vista Lakes
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 6.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Meadow | 15 | 6,132 ft | |||
| Alder Creek | 13 | 3,894 ft | |||
| Pioneer Point | 78 | 2,615 ft | |||
| Cedar Creek | 11 | 4,895 ft | |||
| Balch Park | 71 | 6,459 ft | |||
| Coy Flat | 20 | 4,714 ft | |||
| Frog Meadow | 10 | 7,556 ft | |||
| Hobo | 25 | 2,284 ft | |||
| Holey Meadow | 10 | 6,522 ft | |||
| Leavis Flat | 9 | 3,027 ft | |||
| Evans Flat | 16 | 6,087 ft | |||
| Lower Peppermint | 17 | 5,313 ft | |||
| Hedrick Pond - State Forest | 14 | 6,233 ft | |||
| Limestone | 22 | 3,777 ft | |||
| Shake Camp - State Forest | 11 | 6,475 ft | |||
| Keyesville Rec Site | None | 2,526 ft | |||
| Breckenridge | 8 | 6,690 ft | |||
| Greenhorn Mountain Park | 70 | 6,111 ft | |||
| Sandy Flat | 35 | 2,259 ft | |||
| Hidden Falls - State Forest | 8 | 6,188 ft | |||
| Frazier Mill - State Forest | 46 | 6,251 ft | |||
| Moses Gulch - State Forest | 7 | 5,484 ft | |||
| Fairview | 55 | 3,565 ft | |||
| Belknap | 13 | 4,969 ft | |||
| Wishon | 39 | 4,075 ft | |||
| Hungry Gulch | 78 | 2,766 ft | |||
| Panorama | 10 | 7,325 ft | |||
| Coffee Camp | None | 1,864 ft | |||
| Boulder Gulch | 78 | 2,599 ft | |||
| Main Dam | 82 | 2,495 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
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): 0.8
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.