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North-Highlands
Eden Index
Climate
9.4
•
Recreation
4.8
•
Community
2.5
•
Safeguard
6.1/10
North Highlands is a diverse suburban community located in Sacramento County, California. The region experiences a Mediterranean climate characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Summers often reach temperatures above 90°F, while winters rarely drop below freezing.
North Highlands benefits from proximity to the Sacramento River, which contributes to its hydrology. The region is also home to several small creeks and ponds.
Outdoor enthusiasts will find ample recreation opportunities in North Highlands. The local parks offer amenities like playgrounds, sports fields, and picnic areas. Coddingtown Regional Park and Dry Creek Parkway provide beautiful trails for walking, jogging, and cycling. Fishing is popular in the nearby Sacramento River, and water sports such as kayaking and paddleboarding can be enjoyed as well. With its favorable climate and diverse natural surroundings, North Highlands offers residents and visitors a range of outdoor activities 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): 9.4
North-Highlands receives approximately
586mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 78%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
North-Highlands 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
Lower Sacramento
Area Rivers
Lower Sacramento
Snowpack Depths
Lower Sacramento
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Sacramento
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cal Expo RV Park | None | 26 ft | |||
| Beals Point - Folsom Lake State Rec Area | 69 | 486 ft | |||
| Placer County Fair RV | None | 163 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): 2.5
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.