Linora, California facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Linora
Former settlement
Linora Location in California
Country	United States
State	California
County	Merced County
Elevation	92 ft (28 m)

Linora was once a small community located in Merced County, California. Today, it is considered a "former settlement," which means people no longer live there.

Where Was Linora?

Linora was situated about 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) north-northwest of a town called Los Banos. It was located at a low elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level.

Linora and the Railroad

This small place was found along the Southern Pacific Railroad. Railroads were very important for travel and moving goods across the country a long time ago.

When Was Linora on Maps?

Linora appeared on maps made by the USGS until at least the year 1919. The USGS is a science agency that creates maps and studies the Earth. This shows that Linora was a recognized location for some time before it eventually became a former settlement.