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Yucca Valley, CA

Yucca Valley is an incorporated town in San Bernardino County, California, United States. The population was 20,700 as of the 2010 census. Yucca Valley lies 20 miles (32 km) north of Palm Springs, and 103 miles (166 km) east of Los Angeles. Bordered to the south by the Joshua Tree National Park and to the west by the San Bernardino Mountains, the town of Yucca Valley is located in the Mojave Desert at roughly 3,300 feet (1,000 m) above sea level.

Yucca Valley lies in the middle of the Morongo Basin at a base elevation of 3,300 feet. Joshua Tree National Park is adjacent to its southern border.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 40.0 square miles (104 km2). All of it is land and none of it is covered in water. Yucca Valley is located north of the Joshua Tree National Park, while the Little San Bernardino Mountains and many hills cover a large percentage of city area.

This High Desert community has an elevation (city hall) at 3,224 feet (983 m) above sea level. Snowfall occurs almost annually whenever the snow level drops to elevations under 4,000 feet (1,200 m). The area's terrain is prone to wildfires (such as the Pioneertown fire in July 2006), resulting from plant growth during the rainy seasons and flash floods. The plants within the town and among the chaparral in the mountains outside of the San Bernardino National Forest wilt and perish from the summer heat, providing ample fuel during a fire.

Yucca Valley has experienced high levels of seismic activity. Fault lines criss-cross the town and the Morongo basin.

Norman J. Essig was key in the late 1950s in working towards establishing Yucca Valley as a place for entertainment celebrities to come and live in privacy. He personally acquired hundreds of acres of land during this time and owned and ran Glenn Realty. He helped to put in the main roads that are running throughout the town off of Hwy 62. He was personal friends with Jimmy Van Heusen the composer and gave him prime real estate in Yucca Valley to build his house which can still be seen atop the highest hill in the center of the town.

Yucca Valley emphasizes health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Yucca Valley 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 Five Star Gym, Viva Fit, and Kickboxing. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Yucca Valley, such as the Hi-View Trailhead and the Short Loop Trail Joshua Tree. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Yucca Valley, CA are Noah Purifoy Outdoor Desert Art Museum, Desert Christ Park, and Hi-Desert Nature Museum.

Population: 21,664 (2023). ZIP codes: 92284–92286. Area codes: 442, 760. Elevation: 3,258 ft. Area: 39.83 sq mi (103.16 km2).

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What is Yucca Valley, CA is known for?

Crisp air, starry skies, and the incomparable beauty of the high desert help to create its unique charm and friendly atmosphere. Yucca Valley is conveniently situated on CA State Highway 62, intersected by State Highway 247, and easily accessible to all of Southern California. As the gateway to the Joshua Tree National Park and the economic hub of the Morongo basin, Yucca Valley is renowned for its outdoor recreational opportunities, regional attractions, and the Yucca Valley Film Festival.

Is Yucca Valley, CA a nice place to live?

Living in Yucca Valley offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Yucca Valley, there are a lot of parks. Many families and retirees live in Yucca Valley and residents tend to have moderate political views.

Is Yucca Valley, CA expensive to live in?

Yucca Valley is 3% less expensive than the national average and 29% less expensive to live in than the average city in California. This assumes a $72,000 annual salary and a 2-bedroom Apt. Food costs in Yucca Valley are less affordable than average in the United States. Transportation costs in Yucca Valley are less affordable than average in the United States. 

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Yucca Valley

San Bernardino County

Noah Purifoy Outdoor Desert Art Museum

Desert Christ Park

Hi-Desert Nature Museum

Yucca Valley Recreation and Community Services Department

Five Star Gym

Viva Fit 

Kickboxing

Hi-View Trailhead 

Short Loop Trail Joshua Tree

Yucca-valley.org

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