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Crystalaire
Eden Index
Climate
8.7
•
Recreation
8.0
•
Community
•
Safeguard
6.3/10
Crystalaire, California is a small community located in the Antelope Valley region of Los Angeles County. The climate is classified as a desert with hot summers and cool winters. Hydrology constituents include the Mojave River and several streams that flow into the Antelope Valley. The area offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, including golfing at the Crystalaire Country Club, hiking in the nearby San Gabriel Mountains, and exploring the Mojave Desert. Other nearby attractions include the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve, the Lancaster Museum of Art and History, and the Edwards Air Force Base. Crystalaire offers a quiet and serene atmosphere for those seeking a peaceful retreat from the city.
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): 8.7
Crystalaire receives approximately
219mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 72%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Crystalaire 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 Mojave
Area Rivers
Northern Mojave
Snowpack Depths
Northern Mojave
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Northern Mojave
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 8.0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bohelli Regional Park | None | 1,107 ft | |||
| Guffy | 6 | 8,219 ft | |||
| Manker | 21 | 6,015 ft | |||
| Lupine | 11 | 6,551 ft | |||
| Coldbrook | 20 | 3,285 ft | |||
| Little Jimmy | 16 | 7,419 ft | |||
| Cabin Flat | 11 | 6,690 ft | |||
| Table Mountain | 111 | 7,161 ft | |||
| Glenn Camp | 8 | 2,095 ft | |||
| Crystal Lake Rec Area | 191 | 5,689 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):
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.