Creston, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Creston Country Store, 2012
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Location of Creston in San Luis Obispo County, California.
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 Creston, California
Location in California
Creston, California
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | San Luis Obispo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.57 sq mi (1.47 km2) |
| • Land | 0.56 sq mi (1.46 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2) 0.84% |
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| • Total | 98 |
| • Density | 173.76/sq mi (67.11/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (PST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP codes |
93432
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| FIPS code | 06-17232 |
Creston is a small community in San Luis Obispo County, California. It is located about 10 miles east of Atascadero. Creston is known as a census-designated place. This means it is an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistics. It is not an officially incorporated city or town with its own local government.
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History of Creston
When Was Creston Founded?
Creston was founded in the year 1884. It was named after a person named Calvin J. Cressy. The land where Creston now stands was once part of a large Mexican land grant called Rancho Huerhuero.
Famous Racehorses at Creston Farm
For some time, Creston was home to a special place called Creston Farm. This farm was known for boarding many famous retired American thoroughbred racehorses. These horses had finished their racing careers and lived out their retirement here.
Some of the notable racehorses that stayed at Creston Farm include:
- Flying Paster (1976–1992)
- Golden Act (1976–2000)
- Skywalker (1982–2003)
- Itsallgreektome (1987–2007)
L. Ron Hubbard's Connection to Creston
The writer and founder of Scientology, L. Ron Hubbard, spent his last days at his ranch located near Creston.
Creston's Wine Region
In 2014, the area around Creston became an official American Viticultural Area. This special designation means the region is recognized for its unique grape-growing conditions. It is now known as the Creston District AVA.
Transportation in Creston
Highways Near Creston
Creston is located near several important highways. These roads help people travel to and from the community.
The highways close to Creston are:
- California State Route 58
- California State Route 46
- California State Route 41
- California State Route 229
Creston's Population
How Many People Live in Creston?
According to the 2020 United States Census, the population of Creston was 98 people. This means it is a very small community.
The 2010 United States Census reported that Creston had a population of 94 people. The population density was about 165 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Creston were identified as White. A small number of residents were Native American or Asian. About 6% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
See also
In Spanish: Creston (California) para niños
