Del Puerto Creek facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Del Puerto Creek |
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| Native name | Arroyo de La Puerta |
| Other name(s) | Arroyo del Puerto, Puerto Creek |
| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| Region | Stanislaus County |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | 2,750 ft (840 m) 37°23′50″N 121°27′26″W / 37.39722°N 121.45722°W |
| River mouth | mouth in Stanislaus County 30 ft (9.1 m) 37°32′29″N 121°06′56″W / 37.54139°N 121.11556°W |
| Basin features | |
| River system | San Joaquin River |
Del Puerto Creek is a stream in California, United States. It flows into the San Joaquin River. This creek helps drain the eastern side of the Diablo Range mountains. It is located within the Central Valley region.
The creek's original name was Arroyo de La Puerta. This Spanish name means "Creek of the Door." It flows through Stanislaus County. You can find its mouth about 2.5 miles southeast of Grayson, California.
Exploring Del Puerto Creek's Past
Del Puerto Creek has an interesting history. It was once known as Arroyo de La Puerta. This name came from a narrow exit where the creek leaves La Puerta Canyon. This spot was like a "door" or "gateway" from the mountains into the San Joaquin Valley.
A Historic Watering Stop
Long ago, Arroyo de La Puerta was an important watering place. It was a stop along a famous old road called El Camino Viejo. This road was used for travel and trade. Travelers and their animals would stop here for fresh water.
Boundaries of Old Ranches
The creek also served as a natural boundary. It marked the southern edge of a large land area called Rancho Pescadero (Grimes). At the same time, it formed the northern edge of another ranch, Rancho Del Puerto. These ranches were big pieces of land given out by the government in the past.
