Markleeville, California facts for kids
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Markleeville
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Alpine County Courthouse
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Location in Alpine County and the state of California
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 Markleeville, California
Location in California
Markleeville, California
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Alpine |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.531 sq mi (16.915 km2) |
| • Land | 6.531 sq mi (16.915 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) 0% |
| Elevation | 5,531 ft (1,686 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 191 |
| • Density | 29.25/sq mi (11.292/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
96120
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| Area code(s) | 530 |
| FIPS code | 06-45988 |
| GNIS feature IDs | 1659065, 2408184 |
Markleeville (once called Markleville) is a small community in Alpine County, California. It is the main town, or county seat, of Alpine County. A census-designated place (CDP) is a special area the government defines for gathering information. In 2020, about 191 people lived there. This was a slight decrease from 210 people in 2010.
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History of Markleeville
Markleeville began in 1861 when a man named Jacob J. Marklee built a toll bridge over the Carson River. A toll bridge is one where you pay a fee to cross. He hoped to make money from people traveling to the silver mining areas nearby.
In 1862, Marklee claimed 160 acres of land. At first, he thought it was in Nevada, but a survey showed it was actually in California. Sadly, Marklee died in a gunfight in 1863.
After the discovery of the Comstock Lode (a huge silver discovery), the town of Markleeville was officially founded on Marklee's land. Today, the Alpine County Courthouse stands on this historic spot. It is recognized as a California Historical Landmark. The town also got its own post office in 1863.
Exploring Markleeville's Geography
Markleeville is a beautiful area, covering about 6.5 square miles of land. It looks very much like the Alps mountains, with green, grassy valleys.
The area is known for its outdoor activities. You can find a natural hot spring here, which is a great place to relax. There is also a state park with a campground, perfect for camping trips. Many excellent hiking trails wind through the mountains and valleys.
Markleeville's Climate and Weather
Markleeville has a climate that is usually warm in summer and cold in winter. It's called a warm-summer Mediterranean climate.
Summers are warm or hot, but it only rains sometimes, usually from afternoon thunderstorms. Nights are cool. Winters are cold and often bring snow.
The average temperature in January is about 45.7°F (7.6°C) during the day and 17.4°F (-8.1°C) at night. In July, the average high is 84.5°F (29.2°C) and the low is 43.1°F (6.2°C).
Markleeville gets about 19 inches (487 mm) of rain each year. It snows a lot too, with an average of 82.9 inches (2.1 meters) of snow per year.
| Climate data for Markleeville, California (045356) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 66 (19) |
69 (21) |
80 (27) |
82 (28) |
90 (32) |
94 (34) |
102 (39) |
101 (38) |
98 (37) |
87 (31) |
75 (24) |
67 (19) |
102 (39) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 45.7 (7.6) |
46.9 (8.3) |
53.8 (12.1) |
58.9 (14.9) |
66.4 (19.1) |
75.6 (24.2) |
84.5 (29.2) |
84.7 (29.3) |
77.8 (25.4) |
67.0 (19.4) |
53.4 (11.9) |
44.6 (7.0) |
63.3 (17.4) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 17.4 (−8.1) |
19.0 (−7.2) |
23.5 (−4.7) |
27.1 (−2.7) |
33.1 (0.6) |
38.1 (3.4) |
43.1 (6.2) |
42.1 (5.6) |
35.5 (1.9) |
28.1 (−2.2) |
21.8 (−5.7) |
16.3 (−8.7) |
28.8 (−1.8) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −20 (−29) |
−21 (−29) |
−15 (−26) |
9 (−13) |
10 (−12) |
24 (−4) |
26 (−3) |
25 (−4) |
18 (−8) |
6 (−14) |
−7 (−22) |
−25 (−32) |
−25 (−32) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 3.72 (94) |
3.14 (80) |
2.10 (53) |
1.26 (32) |
0.99 (25) |
0.60 (15) |
0.39 (9.9) |
0.46 (12) |
0.47 (12) |
0.93 (24) |
2.11 (54) |
3.01 (76) |
19.18 (486.9) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 16.8 (43) |
20.2 (51) |
13.1 (33) |
6.8 (17) |
1.4 (3.6) |
0.2 (0.51) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.1 (0.25) |
0.6 (1.5) |
5.6 (14) |
18.1 (46) |
82.9 (209.86) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 9.7 | 9.2 | 8.0 | 6.3 | 6.1 | 3.8 | 3.8 | 3.2 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 6.5 | 8.4 | 73.2 |
| Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) | 6.7 | 6.4 | 4.4 | 3.4 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.7 | 2.6 | 5.6 | 30.9 |
| Source: Western Regional Climate Center | |||||||||||||
Markleeville's Population and People
This section shares information about the people who live in Markleeville, based on government surveys called censuses.
Population in 2010
In 2010, Markleeville had 210 people. Most of the people (91%) were White. There were also Native American, Asian, and people of other backgrounds. About 5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Everyone lived in homes; no one was in group housing or institutions. There were 100 households. About 19 of these households had children under 18. Many households (47%) were married couples. Some households (32%) had only one person living there. The average household had 2.1 people.
The population included people of all ages. About 19% were under 18, 20% were between 25 and 44, and 44% were between 45 and 64. About 16% were 65 or older. The average age was 50.8 years.
There were 194 housing units in Markleeville. Most homes (63%) were owned by the people living in them, and 37% were rented.
Population in 2000
In 2000, Markleeville had 197 people living in 92 households. Most people (98%) were White, and 2% were Native American. About 2% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 21% of households had children under 18. Many households (51%) were married couples. About 30% of households had only one person. The average household had 2.1 people.
The population's age groups were also varied. About 17% were under 18, 31% were between 25 and 44, and 34% were between 45 and 64. About 15% were 65 or older. The average age was 45 years.
Fun Activities and Culture in Markleeville
Markleeville is famous for hosting a challenging annual bicycle event called the Death Ride - Tour of the California Alps. This ride is very long and difficult.
Cyclists ride over five mountain passes, covering 129 miles (208 km) and climbing over 15,000 feet (4,572 meters). In 2010, 3,500 riders took part, and many completed the entire course. It's a big event for serious cyclists!
See also
In Spanish: Markleeville para niños
