Cascadel, California facts for kids

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Cascadel (called hoojowih by the Mono) was once a small community in Madera County, California. It was a place where people lived a long time ago.

Where Was Cascadel Located?

Cascadel was found in the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountains. It was about 4 miles (or 6.4 kilometers) east of a town called North Fork. This area is known for its tall trees and natural beauty.

The Original Mono Village

Before it was called Cascadel, this spot was a village for the Mono. They are a Native American group who have lived in this part of California for many, many years. The Mono people called their village Hoojowih. This name is in the Mono language.

A Short-Lived Post Office

Later, a post office was opened in Cascadel. This was a place where people could send and receive letters. The post office operated for a short time, from 1892 to 1896. After 1896, the post office closed, and the settlement slowly faded away.

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