Coso (former settlement), California facts for kids
This page is about of one the locales in Inyo County named Coso. For other places in Inyo County and elsewhere, see Coso.
Quick facts for kids
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Former settlement
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 Coso
Location in California
Coso
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Inyo County |
| Elevation | 5,784 ft (1,763 m) |
Coso, also known as Granite Springs, was once a small community in Inyo County, California. It is found in the Coso Range, about 4 miles (6.4 km) southeast of Coso Peak. Today, the area where Coso was located is part of the Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake.
A Bit of History
In 1860, Dr. Darwin French found gold in this area. That's when the place was first called Granite Springs. The name Coso comes from the Coso people, who are the Native Americans who lived in this region.
Other Places Called Coso
It can be a little confusing because there are at least three places named Coso in Inyo County!
- The Coso settlement we are talking about is sometimes called Old Coso. It is located southwest of Darwin, California.
- There is also Coso Junction, which is found on US 395.
- South of Coso Junction, you can find a train stop called Coso.
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