Morongo Valley, California facts for kids
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Morongo Valley, California
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Little Morongo Canyon, Morongo Valley, California
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Location in San Bernardino County and the state of California
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 Morongo Valley, California
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | San Bernardino |
| Area | |
| • Total | 25.219 sq mi (65.317 km2) |
| • Land | 25.219 sq mi (65.317 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) 0% |
| Elevation | 2,582 ft (787 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 3,552 |
| • Density | 140.846/sq mi (54.381/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (PST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
92256
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| Area codes | 442/760 |
| FIPS code | 06-49348 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1652755 |
Morongo Valley is a community in San Bernardino County, California, United States. It is located on State Route 62. In 2010, about 3,552 people lived there. The town is close to Yucca Valley, California.
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Exploring Morongo Valley's Location and Weather
Morongo Valley is found along State Route 62. It is about 10 miles (16 km) west of Yucca Valley.
Where is Morongo Valley Located?
The community sits on the western edge of the Mojave Desert. It is also near the northern part of the Coachella Valley. This means the area is usually very dry.
Morongo Valley's Climate
During summer, moisture from the monsoon season can bring thunderstorms. In winter, storms from the Pacific bring most of the rain. The total area of Morongo Valley is about 25.2 square miles (65.3 square kilometers), and it's all land.
Understanding Morongo Valley's Population
In 2010, the population of Morongo Valley was 3,552 people. This was a big increase from 1,929 people in 2000.
Who Lives in Morongo Valley?
Most people living in Morongo Valley are White. There are also smaller groups of African American, Native American, Asian, and Pacific Islander residents. About 15% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
Most people (99.9%) live in homes, not in group housing. The average household had about 2.21 people. The average family size was 2.87 people.
Age Groups in Morongo Valley
The community has people of all ages. About 18% of the population is under 18 years old. Around 15% are 65 years or older. The average age in Morongo Valley in 2010 was 47.2 years.
Community Services and Local Life
Morongo Valley is not officially a city. It is managed by San Bernardino County. The main shops and businesses are along Highway 62. This highway is about 10 miles (16 km) north of Interstate 10.
Local Attractions and Governance
A popular spot in Morongo Valley is the Big Morongo Canyon Preserve. Here, you can go hiking, watch birds, and enjoy nature. The community is governed by a group called the Community Services District (CSD), which has five members.
Education in Morongo Valley
The only school in Morongo Valley is Morongo Valley Elementary School (MVES). It is part of the Morongo Unified School District. MVES teaches a few hundred students.
Major Wildfires Affecting Morongo Valley
Morongo Valley has experienced some large wildfires. These fires have caused damage but the community has worked to recover.
The Paradise Fire (2005)
In June 2005, a fire called the Paradise Fire started in western Morongo Valley. It quickly spread and burned about 6,000 acres (24 square kilometers) of land. Seven homes were destroyed, and some walkways in the Big Morongo Canyon Preserve were damaged. All the damage has since been fixed, and the preserve is open again for visitors.
The Sawtooth Complex Fire (2006)
In July 2006, another fire, the Sawtooth Complex Fire, began in Yucca Valley. It was caused by dry lightning. Strong winds and hot, dry weather caused the fire to grow rapidly. It spread through Yucca Valley, Pioneertown, and Big Morongo. Another small fire, the Millard Complex fire, even joined with the Sawtooth Complex fire. Over 100 buildings were burned in these fires. However, Morongo Valley itself had almost no damage.
Famous People from Morongo Valley
Some well-known people have connections to Morongo Valley:
- Jim Daly, who leads Focus on the Family, lived here as a child and went to Morongo Valley Elementary School.
- Aaron Gwin, a professional downhill mountain biker, was born here.
- Actor Guy Madison built a large ranch house in Morongo Valley after he retired.
- Native American actor Steve Reevis lived in the community.
- Country music singer Leah Turner is originally from Morongo Valley.
- Musician Gene Parsons was born here.
See also
In Spanish: Morongo Valley para niños
