North-San-Juan

Climate Recreation Community Catastrophe

North-San-Juan
Eden Index

Climate 9.2 Recreation 7.2 Community Safeguard

6.2/10

North San Juan is a small community located in Nevada County, California. The region experiences a Mediterranean climate, characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Summer temperatures often reach the mid-90s (°F), while winters are mild with occasional frost.

Hydrology constituents in the area mainly consist of the Yuba River and its tributaries, providing a source of water for the community. The Yuba River is known for its stunning natural beauty, offering opportunities for swimming, fishing, and kayaking.

North San Juan is surrounded by the Tahoe National Forest, providing ample outdoor recreation opportunities. Hiking and mountain biking trails abound, offering breathtaking views of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Nearby lakes and reservoirs, such as Lake Spaulding and Englebright Lake, are popular for boating and camping. With its favorable climate and stunning natural surroundings, North San Juan is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts.

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): 9.2


North-San-Juan receives approximately 1450mm of rain per year, with humidity levels near 63% and air temperatures averaging around 15°C. North-San-Juan 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): 7.2


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
Frenchy Point 9 1,958 ft
Mineral Bar - Auburn State Rec Area 18 1,167 ft
Red Feather 60 5,055 ft
Golden Trout Crossing 5 4,002 ft
Malakoff Diggins State Park None 3,461 ft
Cal Ida 19 2,679 ft
Feather Falls 5 1,528 ft
Ramshorn 16 2,713 ft
Peninsula Tent (Family ) 25 5,033 ft
Sly Creek 23 3,554 ft
Milsap Bar 20 1,639 ft
Rocky Rest 10 2,324 ft
Bear River County Park 23 1,749 ft
Black Rock Tent(Family ) 20 5,052 ft
Little Beaver 120 5,066 ft
Dark Day 15 1,955 ft
Tooms RV None 5,049 ft
Wyandotte 28 5,060 ft
Fiddle Creek 18 2,281 ft
Garden Point 20 1,945 ft
Running Deer 40 5,169 ft
South Yuba 16 2,621 ft
Indian Valley 22 2,329 ft
Little North Fork 6 3,807 ft
Carlton Flat 26 2,272 ft
Nevada County Fairgrounds None 2,455 ft
Bullards Lakeshore 60 2,082 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.


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