Boiling Point, California facts for kids
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Boiling Point, California
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 Boiling Point, California
Location in California
Boiling Point, California
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Los Angeles |
| Elevation | 3,163 ft (964 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| FIPS code | 06-07305 |
| GNIS ID | 1660355 |
Boiling Point is a very old name for a place in the Antelope Valley part of the Mojave Desert. It's located in northern Los Angeles County, California, in the United States.
The name "Boiling Point" comes from a special hill along the Sierra Highway. This spot was about 12 miles (19 kilometers) west of Palmdale. Back in the day, cars climbing this steep hill would often get too hot. Their radiators would "blow their stacks," meaning they would overheat and steam would come out! This would cause long lines of traffic to build up.
Exploring Boiling Point's Surroundings
Near Boiling Point, you can find Ritter Ranch Park. This park is a great place for many outdoor activities. It's located north of the area, along a road called Boiling Point Road. This road is mainly used for accessing power lines.
