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Oroville, CA

Oroville is the county seat of Butte County, California, United States. The population of the city was 15,506 at the 2010 census, up from 13,004 in the 2000 census. Following the 2018 Camp Fire that destroyed much of the town of Paradise, the population of Oroville increased as many people who lost their homes relocated to nearby Oroville. In 2020, the 2020 census recorded the population of Oroville at 20,042.

Oroville is considered the gateway to Lake Oroville and Feather River recreational areas. The Berry Creek Rancheria of Maidu Indians of California is headquartered in Oroville. Oroville is located adjacent to State Route 70 and is near State Route 99, which connects Butte County with Interstate 5. The city of Chico is located about 23 miles (38 kilometers) northwest of the city, and the state capital of Sacramento lies around 70 miles (112 kilometers) to the south.

Oroville's nickname is the "The City of Gold", which is essentially the Spanish name of the city in English. Oroville has aso been declared a Tree City USA for 41 years by the National Arbor Day Foundation. 

Oroville is located on the banks of the Feather River, which flows from the Sierra Nevada onto the flat floor of the California Central Valley. During the California Gold Rush, it was created as the Feather River's head of navigation to serve gold miners.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a land area of 13.89 square miles (36.0 km2).

Oroville is situated at the head of navigation on the Feather River. The Yuba River flows into the Feather River near Marysville, California and these flow together to the Sacramento River. Geologically, Oroville is situated at the meeting place of three provinces: the Central Valley alluvial plain to the west, the crystalline Sierra Nevada to the SE, and the volcanic Cascade Mountains to the north. It has a Mediterranean climate.

Oroville emphasizes health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Oroville Recreation and Community Services Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Anytime Fitness, Lord's Gym Oroville, and YMCA. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Oroville, such as the Brad Freeman Trail and the Dan Beebe Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Oroville, CA are Oroville Chinese Temple, Riverbend Park, and Feather River Fish Hatchery.

Population: 19,449 (2023). ZIP codes: 95940, 95965, 95966. Area Code: 530. Area: 13.85 sq mi (35.9 km2). Elevation: 167′.

FAQs

What is Oroville, Ca known for?

Oroville is considered the gateway to Lake Oroville and Feather River recreational areas. The Berry Creek Rancheria of Maidu Indians of California is headquartered in Oroville. Oroville's nickname is the "The City of Gold", which is essentially the Spanish name of the city in English.

Is Oroville, CA a good place to live?

Living in Oroville offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Oroville, there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Oroville and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Oroville are above average.

Is there a drug problem in Oroville, CA?

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, around 22% of people in Oroville, California abuse drugs. This means that the drug addiction problem is much worse in Oroville than in the rest of the country. There are an estimated 3,522 people in Oroville who use methamphetamine each month.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Oroville

Butte County

Oroville Recreation and Community Services Department

Anytime Fitness

Lord's Gym Oroville 

YMCA

Brad Freeman Trail 

Dan Beebe Trail

Oroville Chinese Temple

Riverbend Park

Feather River Fish Hatchery

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