-
Snoflo Premium
Get unlimited access to all our content
With no Ad interruptions! - Start Your Free Trial Login with existing account
Coarsegold
Eden Index
Climate
9.6
•
Recreation
6.5
•
Community
2.0
•
Safeguard
6.6/10
Coarsegold is a small town located in the Sierra Nevada foothills of California with a population of around 1,800. The town experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. The hydrology constituents in the area include the Fresno River and several small creeks that flow through the surrounding forests. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Coarsegold include hiking, camping, fishing, and boating along the river. The nearby Yosemite National Park is a popular destination for visitors to the area. Overall, Coarsegold is a peaceful and scenic location that offers a range of outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy.
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): 9.6
Coarsegold receives approximately
595mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 73%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Coarsegold 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): 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Cove | 65 | 3,413 ft | |||
| Lupine/Cedar Bluff | 113 | 3,427 ft | |||
| Nelder Grove | 10 | 5,398 ft | |||
| Hidden View | 55 | 566 ft | |||
| Chilkoot | 14 | 4,656 ft | |||
| Millerton Lake State Rec Area | 148 | 613 ft | |||
| Smalley Cove | None | 1,034 ft | |||
| Wishon Point | 47 | 3,435 ft | |||
| Soquel | 14 | 5,331 ft | |||
| Greys Mountain | 27 | 5,288 ft |
Nearby Fishing
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): 2.0
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.