Bliss, California facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Bliss
Former settlement
Bliss Location in California
Country	United States
State	California
County	Yuba County
Elevation	82 ft (25 m)

Bliss is a ghost town located in Yuba County, California, in the United States. A ghost town is a place where most or all people have left, leaving behind empty buildings and streets. Bliss used to be a small settlement. It was still shown on maps as late as 1895.

What Was Bliss?

Bliss was once a small community. It was found in Yuba County, California. This former settlement was located at an elevation of about 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. This means it was not very high up from the ocean. Over time, people moved away from Bliss. This caused it to become a ghost town.

Where is Bliss Located?

Bliss is in the state of California. California is on the west coast of the United States. Specifically, Bliss is found in Yuba County. Yuba County is in the northern part of California. The exact spot is near the coordinates 39°16′20″N 121°35′47″W.

Why Do Towns Become Ghost Towns?

Ghost towns like Bliss are very interesting. They often become empty when their main purpose disappears. For example, a town built for mining might become a ghost town. This happens if the mine runs out of valuable minerals. Or, a town might lose its people if a new road bypasses it. Sometimes, natural disasters can also cause people to leave. For Bliss, the exact reason it became a ghost town is not widely known. However, it followed the pattern of many small settlements. These towns often faded away as people moved to bigger cities.

• [Geographic Names Information System: Bliss]