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Casitas Springs, California
Casitas Springs, California is located in California
Casitas Springs, California
Casitas Springs, California
Location in California
Casitas Springs, California is located in the United States
Casitas Springs, California
Casitas Springs, California
Location in the United States
Country United States
State California
County Ventura
Elevation
289 ft (88 m)
Population
 (1999)
 • Total 1,038
Time zone UTC-8 (Pacific (PST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-7 (PDT)
Area code(s) 805
GNIS feature ID 240315
FEMA - 12453 - Photograph by John Shea taken on 01-15-2005 in California
Mud and water from winter storms that damaged property and roads in Casitas Springs. FEMA photo taken on 01-15-2005.

Casitas Springs is a small community in Ventura County, California. Its name comes from the Spanish word Casitas, which means "little houses." You can find it about 1.2 miles east of Lake Casitas.

This area is quite old. It was first recorded in 1864 as Arroyo de Las Casitas, meaning "creek of the little houses." In 1999, about 1,038 people lived here. Casitas Springs is located along California State Route 33. It is known for its many eucalyptus trees along the highway.

Exploring Casitas Springs' Past

How Casitas Springs Got Its Name

The community's name, Casitas Springs, has a special meaning. Casitas is a Spanish word. It means "little houses." This name was first used way back in 1864. The area was called Arroyo de Las Casitas. This means "creek of the little houses."

Weather Events in Casitas Springs

In 2005, strong winter storms affected Casitas Springs. These storms caused mud and water to damage roads and properties. The community worked to recover from these natural events.

What Casitas Springs is Known For

Local Economy and Businesses

Casitas Springs is home to some interesting local businesses. The oldest, most rural winery in Ventura County is located nearby. This shows the area's connection to farming and local products.

Famous People from Casitas Springs

Some well-known people have lived in Casitas Springs. One famous person is:

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