Cool, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Location in California
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Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | El Dorado County |
| Elevation | 1,532 ft (467 m) |
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| • Total | 4,100 |
Cool, once known as Cave Valley, is a small community. It is located in El Dorado County, California. Cool is about 40 miles (64 km) from Sacramento, the state capital. The town sits at an elevation of 1,532 feet (467 meters) above sea level.
In 2010, about 4,100 people lived in Cool. The area uses the 530 area code. Its ZIP code is 95614.
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Exploring Cool's Location
Cool is built along California State Route 49. This road connects the towns of Auburn and Placerville. The community is on a hill. This hill is more than 1,500 feet (450 meters) high. The area around Cool is full of trees. It has many trails for hiking and other fun activities. You can also find places for camping.
Cool's Weather
The weather in Cool changes with the seasons. In the summer, temperatures usually range from 75° to 105°F (23° to 41°C). Winters are cooler. Temperatures typically range from 25° to 50°F (-4° to 10°C).
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Cool has a "warm-summer Mediterranean climate." This means it has hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.
Cool's Past
The first post office in Cool opened in 1885. Before that, a place called Penobscot Public House was very important. It was built in 1850. This house was a stop for travelers and stagecoaches during the California Gold Rush. The Penobscot Ranch, which is part of that history, still exists today.
Ultramarathon Challenge
Cool is famous for a special running event. It's called the Way Too Cool 50 Kilometer run. This race starts and ends in the town. It happens every year in early March. An ultramarathon is a race longer than a traditional marathon. This race is 31 miles long (about 50 kilometers). Runners go through parts of the Western States Trail. They experience more than 4,000 feet (1,200+ meters) of elevation change.
Learning in Cool
The Black Oak Mine Unified School District serves the students in Cool. Currently, Cool has one school for younger students. It is called Northside STEAM School. This school teaches elementary students from Transitional Kindergarten (TK) through 6th grade.
For older students, grades 7 through 12, they attend Golden Sierra Junior Senior High School. Before 2007, there was another school in Cool called Cool Christian School. It taught students from kindergarten through 8th grade.
