Holland Summit, California facts for kids

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Former settlement
Holland Summit Location in California
Country	United States
State	California
County	Los Angeles County
Elevation	4,147 ft (1,264 m)

Holland Summit is an old name for a special spot in Los Angeles County, California. It was located at the very top of a hill along an important old road called the Ridge Route. This spot was 4,147 feet (1,264 meters) high!

What Was Holland Summit?

Holland Summit was a place name that appeared on maps until at least 1947. It marked a high point on the old Gorman Post Road. This road is better known as the Ridge Route.

Where Was Holland Summit Located?

This historic spot was found between two towns: Gorman and Lebec. It was right along what is now called Old Highway 99.

Why Was Holland Summit Important?

Holland Summit was once a busy rest stop for travelers. It was a convenient place to pause on long journeys. People traveling north from Los Angeles would often stop here. They were usually heading to places like the San Joaquin Valley or the beautiful High Sierra mountains. A place called Holland Summit Café was a popular restaurant and rest stop there.

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