Nipton, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Nipton, California
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Nipton in 2006
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 Nipton, California
Location in California
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County |  San Bernardino |
| town | 1905 |
| Elevation | 3,032 ft (924 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP codes |
92364
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| Area codes | 442/760 |
| FIPS code | 06-51490 |
| GNIS feature ID | 246562 |
Nipton is a very small place in San Bernardino County, California. It's not a city, but an unincorporated community. This means it's a settlement without its own local government.
Only about 15 to 20 people live there! You can find Nipton in the Ivanpah Valley. It's right next to the amazing Mojave National Preserve. Nipton is also about 12 miles southeast of Primm, Nevada. You can get there by taking Nevada State Route 164, also known as Nipton Road.
Nipton's Early Days
Nipton was started on February 9, 1905. This happened when the first train arrived on a new railway line. The railway was called the San Pedro, Los Angeles and Salt Lake Railroad.
At first, the place was named "Nippeno Camp." This was because gold had been found nearby. The name changed to Nipton around 1910. This was when the San Pedro, Los Angeles & Salt Lake Railroad joined with the Union Pacific Railroad.
Nipton was an important stop for trains. It was used to load cattle from local ranches. The town also provided supplies for many mines in the area. It became a social hub for the few people living in that region.
What Nipton Looks Like
In 1910, a hotel was built in Nipton. It had five rooms and was made of adobe, a type of mud brick. The style was like old Mexican buildings.
Today, Nipton still has a general store and a trading post. There's also a cafe called the Whistle Stop Cafe. If you like camping, there's an RV park and five eco-cabins. You can even stay in one of ten teepees! Nipton also has a historic schoolhouse. Sometimes, you can see art exhibits there, some connected to the Burning Man event.
Nipton's Weather
Nipton has a lot of sunshine all year long. This is because of the steady air and high pressure in the area. The weather in Nipton is called a "mild desert climate." This means it's usually warm and dry. On climate maps, this type of weather is shown as "Bwh."
Nipton in Pop Culture
Nipton has even appeared in a video game! It is shown in the 2010 game Fallout: New Vegas. In the game, Nipton is a town that was burned and taken over by a group called Caesar's Legion.
