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Castella
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
6.5
•
Community
0.8
•
Safeguard
5.7/10
Castella, California is a small community located in Shasta County. The area enjoys a temperate climate, with mild winters and warm summers. The region's hydrology constituents consist of several creeks, including Castle Creek and Soda Creek, which flow through the area and provide recreational opportunities. Outdoor enthusiasts can take part in hiking, fishing, kayaking, and swimming. Castle Crags State Park, located just outside of Castella, offers numerous trails for hiking and mountain biking, as well as camping facilities. The nearby Sacramento River also provides opportunities for water activities. Castella is an excellent destination for those looking for a relaxing and scenic outdoor adventure.
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): 8.1
Castella receives approximately
1902mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 65%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Castella 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
Upper Sacramento
Area Rivers
Upper Sacramento
Snowpack Depths
Upper Sacramento
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Sacramento
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 6.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shasta (OHV) | 23 | 627 ft | |||
| Hirz Bay | 58 | 1,114 ft | |||
| Sims Flat | 19 | 1,692 ft | |||
| Jones Valley (Lower) | 16 | 1,149 ft | |||
| Lakeshore East | 32 | 1,028 ft | |||
| Toad Lake | 6 | 6,914 ft | |||
| Castle Crags State Park | 64 | 2,070 ft | |||
| Castle Lake | 6 | 5,275 ft | |||
| McCloud Bridge | 17 | 1,144 ft | |||
| Pine Point | 14 | 1,050 ft | |||
| Bailey Cove | 9 | 1,087 ft | |||
| Mcbride Springs | 11 | 4,891 ft | |||
| Lower Salt Creek - Dispersed | None | 1,045 ft | |||
| Gregory Creek | 18 | 1,092 ft | |||
| Antlers | 57 | 1,106 ft | |||
| Nelson Point | 9 | 1,091 ft | |||
| Panther Meadows | 17 | 7,474 ft | |||
| Gumboot Lake | 11 | 6,047 ft | |||
| Greens Creek | 7 | 1,165 ft | |||
| Beehive Point - dispersed | None | 1,083 ft | |||
| Arbuckle Flat | 9 | 1,019 ft | |||
| Jones Valley (Upper) | 8 | 1,094 ft | |||
| Ellery Creek | 19 | 1,018 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.