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Freedom
Eden Index
Climate
9.8
•
Recreation
6.2
•
Community
2.3
•
Safeguard
6.7/10
Freedom, California is located in Santa Cruz County and experiences a Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm summers. The area is characterized by hills and valleys with a mix of grasslands and oak woodlands. Hydrology constituents include the Pajaro River and Corralitos Creek which provide water for local agriculture. Outdoor recreation opportunities include hiking and mountain biking along the numerous trails in the nearby Forest of Nisene Marks State Park. Visitors can also enjoy fishing and boating at nearby Lake San Antonio and Pinto Lake. Additionally, the area is known for its vineyards and wineries, offering wine tastings and tours.
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
Freedom receives approximately
608mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 62%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Freedom 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
Central California Coastal
Area Rivers
Central California Coastal
Snowpack Depths
Central California Coastal
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Central California Coastal
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 6.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monterey County Fairgrounds RV | None | 72 ft | |||
| Monterey Pines RV Military | None | 134 ft | |||
| Seacliff State Beach | 30 | 17 ft | |||
| New Brighton State Beach | 102 | 93 ft | |||
| Mount Madonna | 111 | 1,583 ft | |||
| Manresa State Beach | 64 | 98 ft | |||
| Sunset State Beach | 90 | 93 ft | |||
| Veterans Memorial Park | None | 375 ft | |||
| Laguna Seca | 172 | 762 ft | |||
| Pinto Lake Park | 28 | 119 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): 2.3
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.