Jerseydale, California facts for kids
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Jerseydale
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 Jerseydale
Location in California
Jerseydale
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Mariposa County |
| Elevation | 3,779 ft (1,152 m) |
Jerseydale is an unincorporated community in Mariposa County, California. It is located 9 miles (14 km) south-southwest of El Portal, at an elevation of 3779 feet (1152 m).
A post office operated at Jerseydale from 1889 to 1930.
Jerseydale was predominantly a gold mining community during the latter part of the nineteenth century. In later years it became a significant apple-growing district. Jerseydale is now the site of a Forest Service station and a fire station. The area is known for exceptionally heavy rainfall during winter storms.
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