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Cameron-Park
Eden Index
Climate
9.8
•
Recreation
4.5
•
Community
5.1
•
Safeguard
6.8/10
Cameron Park is a small community located in El Dorado County, California. The climate in Cameron Park is characterized by hot and dry summers, with temperatures often reaching into the high 90s and low 100s. Winters tend to be mild, with occasional rain and temperatures averaging in the 50s. The hydrology in Cameron Park is dominated by the South Fork of the American River, which runs through the area and provides opportunities for fishing and swimming. The nearby Folsom Lake also offers boating and water sports. Cameron Park is surrounded by natural beauty, with several parks and hiking trails in the area, including the Cameron Park Lake and the El Dorado Trail. Outdoor enthusiasts can also enjoy golfing, horseback riding, and camping.
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): 9.8
Cameron-Park receives approximately
857mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 75%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Cameron-Park 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
San Joaquin
Area Rivers
San Joaquin
Snowpack Depths
San Joaquin
Reservoir Storage Capacity
San Joaquin
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beals Point - Folsom Lake State Rec Area | 69 | 486 ft | |||
| Rancho Seco Rec Area | None | 252 ft | |||
| Dru Barner | 47 | 3,237 ft | |||
| Rucky A Chucky - Auburn State Rec Area | 5 | 723 ft | |||
| Peninsula - Folsom Lake State Rec Area | 100 | 792 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): 5.1
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.