Igo, California facts for kids

Igo is a small community in California. It is not a city, but an unincorporated area. This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city does. Instead, it is managed by the county.

Igo is located about 9 miles west of Redding, CA. In 2020, about 103 people lived there. Its ZIP Code is 96047. Telephone numbers in Igo start with the 530 area code.

Igo has a few important places for its residents. These include a post office, an elementary school, a general store, and a restaurant that also hosts events. It is also home to the Northern California Veterans Cemetery, which opened in December 2005.

Where Did Igo Get Its Name?

The name Igo has a couple of interesting stories behind it. One idea is that the name comes from an old Native American language, but we don't know which one.

Another popular story is a bit more fun. It says that a miner's son loved to go to work with his father. He would often ask, "I go?" This question supposedly became the name of the town.

Igo's Early History

Igo was started a long time ago, in 1849. It began as a mining town. People came to the area hoping to find valuable minerals. Igo was part of a larger area known as the Igo-Ono Mining District.

Igo also has a nearby community called Ono. Ono is located just four miles west of Igo.

What Is Igo's Climate Like?

Igo has a type of weather called a warm-summer Mediterranean climate. This means it usually has hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. This kind of climate is common in places like the Mediterranean Sea region. On climate maps, this weather type is often shown as "Csa."