Eastlake, Lake County, California facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Eastlake
Former settlement
Eastlake Location in California
Country	United States
State	California
County	Lake County
Elevation	1,355 ft (413 m)

Eastlake was once a small community in Lake County, California. It was also known as East Lake or Sulphur Bank. This place is no longer a town today. It was located about 7 miles (11 km) north-northwest of Lower Lake. Eastlake sat at an elevation of 1,355 feet (413 meters) above sea level.

What Was Eastlake?

Eastlake was a "former settlement." This means it was once a place where people lived and worked, but it is not an active town or city anymore. Many small settlements like Eastlake grew up around specific industries or resources. Eastlake was located very close to the Sulphur Bank Mine. This mine was known for producing mercury and sulfur. It is likely that Eastlake was a community for the miners and their families.

A Glimpse into Eastlake's Past

Even though Eastlake was a small place, it had its own post office for a short time. The post office operated from 1877 to 1884. This shows that there were enough people living there to need mail services. The closing of the post office suggests that the community might have started to shrink around that time. Many small towns in California appeared and disappeared quickly. Their existence often depended on nearby mines or other resources. When the resources ran out, or the industry changed, people would move away.

Where Was Eastlake Located?

Eastlake was situated in Lake County, which is in northern California. Its exact coordinates are 39°00′28″N 122°40′04″W. The area around Eastlake is known for its natural beauty. It has lakes and hills. The Sulphur Bank Mine, which was very important to Eastlake, was just southwest of the settlement.