Longvale, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Longvale
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 Longvale
Location in California
Longvale
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Mendocino County |
| Elevation | 1,191 ft (363 m) |
Longvale is a small, unincorporated community located in Mendocino County, California. It sits right next to Outlet Creek, a stream, and is near the Northwestern Pacific Railroad tracks. You can find it along U.S. Route 101, about 9.5 miles (15.3 km) south-southeast of Laytonville. Longvale is located at an elevation of 1,191 feet (363 meters) above sea level.
History of Longvale
Longvale has a simple but interesting history. It was once an important stop for travelers.
The Post Office and Early Days
A post office served the Longvale community for many years. It opened in 1911 and closed in 1958. This post office was inside a store. The store was on the original path of US 101. It was also across from a place called Camp Piercy. A bridge nearby led to another community, Andersonia.
A Stop for Travelers
In its early days, Longvale was mostly known as an "auto camp." This means it was a place where people traveling by car could stop and rest. Tourists often drove through the "Redwood Empire" on US 101. Longvale offered them a convenient place to stay.
