Eastport, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Eastport
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 Eastport
Location in California
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Contra Costa County |
| Elevation | 840 ft (256 m) |
| GNIS ID | 1658467 |
| FIPS code | 06-21005 |
Eastport is a very small place in California, located in the Berkeley Hills. It's called an "unincorporated community," which means it's a neighborhood that doesn't have its own local government like a city does. Instead, it's managed by the county it's in, which is Contra Costa County.
Where is Eastport Located?
Eastport is about 2.5 miles (4 km) south of a town called Orinda. It sits quite high up, at 840 feet (256 meters) above sea level. You can find Eastport along Pinehurst Road, which connects Oakland and Canyon. Canyon is actually the closest community to Eastport. If you ever need to send mail there, Eastport's ZIP Code is 94516. Also, phone numbers in Eastport use the area code 510.
How Did Eastport Get Its Name?
The name "Eastport" has a cool history! It comes from its location at the "eastern portal" of an old train tunnel. This tunnel was part of the Sacramento Northern Railroad's line through the Berkeley Hills. The train line and tunnel were no longer used after 1957.
