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Crescent-City
Eden Index
Climate
6.2
•
Recreation
4.3
•
Community
1.9
•
Safeguard
4.4/10
Crescent City is a small coastal city located in Del Norte County, California. The city has a mild climate with cool temperatures year-round, with average high temperatures in the mid-60s and lows in the mid-40s. The area receives a significant amount of rainfall throughout the year, contributing to the hydrology constituents of the region. The local Smith River and Klamath River offer unique opportunities for fishing and kayaking, while the nearby Redwood National and State Parks provide ample opportunities for hiking and camping. The rugged Pacific coastline offers stunning vistas and opportunities for beachcombing, whale watching, and exploring tidal pools.
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): 6.2
Crescent-City receives approximately
1971mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
12°C.
Crescent-City 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
Northern California Coastal
Area Rivers
Northern California Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Northern California Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Northern California Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clifford Kamph Co Park | 9 | 33 ft | |||
| Harris Beach State Park | None | 138 ft | |||
| Florence Keller County Park | 50 | 54 ft | |||
| Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park | 106 | 238 ft | |||
| Gold Bluffs Beach - Prarie Creek Redwoods State Park | 25 | 12 ft | |||
| Brookings Harbor Beachfront RV Park | None | 24 ft | |||
| Ruby Van Devander Co Park | 18 | 33 ft | |||
| Ludlum | 15 | 208 ft | |||
| Mill Creek - Del Norte Coast Redwoods State Park | 145 | 497 ft | |||
| Winchuck | 25 | 230 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): 1.9
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.