Cape Horn, Placer County, California facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Cape Horn, California
Unincorporated community
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Country	United States
State	California
County	Placer
Elevation	2,654 ft (809 m)

Cape Horn is a small place in Placer County, California. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it is not an official city or town with its own local government. Instead, it is part of the larger county.

Cape Horn is located in the beautiful state of California. It sits about 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) northeast of a town called Colfax.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own city government. It's different from a city like Los Angeles or San Francisco.

• Instead of a mayor and city council, the county government takes care of services.
• These services include things like roads, police, and fire protection.
• Many small communities around the world are unincorporated.

Where is Cape Horn Located?

Cape Horn is found in Placer County, California. This county is in the eastern part of California.

• It is located in the Sierra Nevada foothills.
• The area is known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities.
• Cape Horn is quite high up, at an elevation of about 2,654 feet (809 meters) above sea level.

History and Transportation

Cape Horn has a connection to the Southern Pacific Railroad. This railroad was very important for transportation in the past.

• Railroads helped connect different parts of California.
• They moved goods and people across the state.
• Being near a railroad line meant a place could be important for travel and trade.