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Leslie
Eden Index
Climate
8.1
•
Recreation
3.8
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.6/10
Leslie is a small town located in the state of Georgia, known for its pleasant climate, diverse hydrology constituents, and various outdoor recreation opportunities. The town experiences a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters. Summers in Leslie are often hot with temperatures averaging around 90°F (32°C), while winters are relatively mild with average temperatures around 50°F (10°C). The area receives ample rainfall throughout the year, enhancing its hydrology constituents.
Leslie is surrounded by rich hydrological features, including rivers, lakes, and wetlands. The nearby Flint River offers excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, and wildlife observation. Additionally, the area is blessed with several lakes, such as Lake Blackshear and Lake Chehaw, which provide opportunities for water sports, fishing, and camping.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the natural beauty of the surrounding landscapes by visiting the nearby Georgia Veterans State Park. The park offers various recreational activities, including hiking, biking, camping, and picnicking. With its mild climate, diverse hydrology constituents, and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, Leslie, Georgia, attracts both residents and visitors seeking a vibrant and active lifestyle amidst natural surroundings.
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
Leslie receives approximately
1206mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
19°C.
Leslie 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
Apalachicola
Area Rivers
Apalachicola
Snowpack Depths
Apalachicola
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Apalachicola
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parks at Chehaw | 50 | 201 ft | |||
| Marine Albany RV Military | None | 252 ft | |||
| Andersonville City Campground | 25 | 350 ft | |||
| Whitewater Creek County Park | 48 | 293 ft | |||
| High Falls State Park | None | 600 ft | |||
| Newport County Park | 13 | 10 ft | |||
| Indian Springs State Park | None | 503 ft | |||
| Georgia Veterans State Park | None | 273 ft | |||
| Stone Mountain Park Campground | 430 | 1,558 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):
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.