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Halloran Springs
Aerial view of the sorrunding area. The interstate exit at Halloran Springs can be seen at the bottom right.
Aerial view of the sorrunding area. The interstate exit at Halloran Springs can be seen at the bottom right.
Halloran Springs is located in California
Halloran Springs
Halloran Springs
Location in California
Halloran Springs is located in the United States
Halloran Springs
Halloran Springs
Location in the United States
Country United States
State California
County San Bernardino
Elevation
2,986 ft (910 m)
Time zone UTC-8 (Pacific (PST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-7 (PDT)
ZIP code
92309
Area codes 442/760
FIPS code 06-31736
GNIS feature ID 1667018

Halloran Springs is a special place in the Mojave Desert in San Bernardino County, California, United States. It's not a city with a mayor or city council. Instead, it's an "unincorporated community," which means it's a small area without its own local government.

This spot is known for its natural springs, which are places where water flows out of the ground. It's located right on Interstate 15. This highway connects Baker, California and Las Vegas, Nevada. Halloran Springs is about 15 miles northeast of Baker.

Location and Facts

Halloran Springs is in a desert area, but it's easy to find because it's along a major highway.

Finding Halloran Springs

If you're traveling on Interstate 15 between Baker, California, and Las Vegas, Nevada, you'll pass by Halloran Springs. It's a stop along the way in the vast Mojave Desert.

Important Numbers

Every place has special numbers to help with mail and phone calls.

  • The ZIP code for Halloran Springs is 92309. This code helps mail get to the right place.
  • The phone area codes for this community are 442 and 760. These numbers tell you the general region a phone call is coming from.

What to See in Halloran Springs

Halloran Springs is a unique spot because of its history and interesting abandoned structures.

Abandoned Structures

Many people visit Halloran Springs to see the old, abandoned buildings. There's an old train and a gas station that are no longer used. These structures are like a peek into the past. The gas station has a large, red sign that says "EAT," and below it, there's a graffitied sign. These old buildings make the area a popular place for photographers and people interested in history.

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