Rancho de los Californios, California facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Rancho de los Californios
Locale
Rancho de los Californios Location in California
Country	United States
State	California
County	Fresno County
Elevation	210 ft (60 m)

Rancho de los Californios was a small, old settlement in Fresno County, California. It was named after the Californios, who were Hispanic people living in California long ago. This place is no longer a town today, but it has an interesting past.

Where Was Rancho de los Californios?

Rancho de los Californios was located in a flat area of California. It sat on high ground near the southern bank of the San Joaquin River. This river is one of the longest in California. The old site is now near the corner of Ashlan and North Lake Avenues. It is about 4 miles north of Whitesbridge Road. You can also find it about 6 miles west of the town of Biola.

A Glimpse into Its History

This area was once part of an old travel route called El Camino Viejo. This route was used by many people for a long time. During the Spanish and Mexican times, Rancho de los Californios was a very remote spot. Because it was so far away, some people who didn't follow the rules would use it as a hiding place. Even when California became part of the United States, this area remained a quiet spot. It continued to be a place where people who wanted to stay hidden could find some safety.