Fenner, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fenner, California
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 Fenner, California
Location in California
Fenner, California
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | San Bernardino |
| Elevation | 2,100 ft (600 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| Area codes | 442/760 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1656514 |
Fenner is a small, undeveloped place in San Bernardino County, California, United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a place with people living there, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county.
Fenner is located along Interstate 40, which is a major highway. It's about 32 miles (51 kilometers) west of a town called Needles.
What's in a Name? The Story of Fenner
Fenner got its name from an important family. It was named after either Arthur Fenner or his son, James. Both of these men were governors of Rhode Island. A governor is the leader of a state, similar to how a mayor leads a city.
Fenner's Role in History: Camp Clipper
From 1942 to 1944, Fenner was home to a special place called Camp Clipper. This was a training camp for the United States Army. During World War II, many soldiers needed to be trained before they went to fight. Camp Clipper was one of the places where they learned important skills and prepared for their duties.
