Pearblossom, California facts for kids
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Pearblossom, California
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Location within Los Angeles County
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 Pearblossom, California
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Los Angeles |
| Elevation | 3,150 ft (960 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP codes |
93553
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| Area code(s) | 661 |
Pearblossom is a small place in northern Los Angeles County, California, United States. It is an unincorporated community, meaning it is not officially a city or town with its own local government. Instead, it is managed by the county.
Pearblossom is found in the Antelope Valley, which is part of the Mojave Desert. About 2,435 people live there. The area uses ZIP Code 93553 and area code 661. Pearblossom is also considered part of the larger urban area that includes the cities of Palmdale and Lancaster.
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Location and History
Pearblossom is located about 15 miles (24 km) southeast of Palmdale. It sits in the southern part of the Antelope Valley in southern California.
The name "Pearblossom" comes from the many pear farms that used to be in the area. These farms were located along the southern edge of the Antelope Valley. While a few pear farms still exist today, most have been left behind. Some of these old farms have returned to being desert land, and others have been replaced by new houses.
Things to Do in Pearblossom
Pearblossom is a fun place to visit. It is known for its yearly Duck Races, which are a popular event. The area is also great for hiking in the nearby foothills. Many people enjoy taking beautiful photos here because of the scenic views.
Pearblossom Highway
Pearblossom is well-known to people in the Southern California region because of State Route 138. This road is also called Pearblossom Highway. It is the main street in Pearblossom.
This highway is a busy route, especially on weekends. Many people use it to travel to places like Las Vegas. It also helps people get around the Los Angeles area and connect the Antelope Valley to the Inland Empire. The highway has been improved over time, with more lanes added in some parts.
Pearblossom in Arts and Culture
Pearblossom has been mentioned in several creative works, even if the works are not directly about the community itself.
- The Crows of Pearblossom is a book written by Aldous Huxley.
- Aldous Huxley lived nearby in Llano in the early 1940s. His former home is now a filming location called Pearblossom Picture Ranch.
- Pearblossom Highway is a famous photo artwork made by David Hockney.
- The community is also mentioned in the 1997 book I Love Dick by Chris Kraus.
It is interesting to note that David Hockney's "Pearblossom Highway" was actually photographed near Littlerock. Also, Huxley's book is not about the real Pearblossom.
Famous People from Pearblossom
Some well-known people have lived in Pearblossom:
- Sam Crawford: A famous baseball player who is in the Baseball Hall of Fame. He played for the Cincinnati Reds and Detroit Tigers.
- George Lazenby: An actor who famously played James Bond.
- George Voskovec: A well-known actor.
See also
In Spanish: Pearblossom para niños
