Magalia, California
Magalia: Census-designated place in Butte County, California
About
Magalia is a CDP located in the county of Butte in the U.S. state of California.
Magalia is a small unincorporated community located in Butte County, California within a forested area of the Sierra Nevada foothills. Here are some key details about Magalia:
History
Magalia was founded in 1853 as a gold mining town named Dogtown. It was later renamed Magalia after the Latin word for cottages. Lumber milling was also a key industry.
Geography
Magalia is considered part of the Paradise Ridge and sits at an elevation of around 2,200 feet. The community is surrounded by pine and oak trees within a foothill landscape.
Economy & Culture
Today Magalia has a small population of retirees and commuters to nearby towns. Recreation such as golf, fishing, and hiking draws tourists to the area. The Magalia Depot Museum covers local history.
Natural Disasters
In 2018, the Camp Fire devastated Magalia and Paradise, destroying 14,000 homes. Recovery efforts are still underway to rebuild the ridge communities.
Community
Magalia retains a small mountain town feel. Gathering places include the Magalia Community Park and the local community church. The library was rebuilt after the Camp Fire.
In summary, Magalia is a peaceful Northern California mountain community steeped in natural resources that is still healing from the Camp Fire but retains its hospitality and scenic charm.
Quick Facts about Magalia
| Population : | 11,310 |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | California (United States) |
| County : | Butte County |
| Postal code : | 95954 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 530 |
| Water as percent of area : | 0.03% |
| Land as percent of area : | 99.97% |
| Altitude : | 2,333 feet / 711 meters |
| Time Zone : | Pacific Time Zone, UTC−08:00, UTC−07:00 |
| Local time : | 10:55:31 (20th December 2024) |
Geography
Magalia is located at 39°48'44"N 121°34'42"W (39.8121100, -121.5783100).
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People born in Magalia (1)
American drag performer, and baker Shuga Cain was born in Magalia
Schools in Magalia
College & universities near Magalia, CA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110246 | Butte College | Oroville (CA) | 95965-8399 |
| 487773 | Butte County Regional Occupational Program | Chico (CA) | 95928-7191 |
| 110538 | California State University-Chico | Chico (CA) | 95929-0150 |
| 114433 | Feather River Community College District | Quincy (CA) | 95971-9124 |
Stations (12)
Amtrak & bus stations near Magalia, CA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIC | Chico station | West 5th and Orange Streets | RAIL |
| ORV | Oroville, California | Hwy 70 and Grand Ave. | BUS |
| CNG | Corning, California | 1081 Solano Street | BUS |
| RBF | Red Bluff, California | 228 S. Main Street | BUS |
| MRV | Marysville, California | I Street between 8th and 9th | BUS |
Post offices near Magalia
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Magalia Post Office | Magalia (CA) | 95954 |
| Parad Post Office | Paradise (CA) | 95969 |
| Forest Ranch Post Office | Forest Ranch (CA) | 95942 |
| Stirling City Post Office | Stirling City (CA) | 95978 |
| Ch Post Office | Chico (CA) | 95926 |
Other cities in Butte County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Butte County , CA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Chico | 102,867 | The most populous city in Butte County, California. |
| Oroville | 20,237 | County seat of Butte County, California, USA |
| Gridley | 7,397 | City in California |
| Thermalito | 6,646 | Census-designated place in Butte County, California |
| South Oroville | 5,742 | Census designated place |
| Paradise | 4,329 | City in Butte County, California |
| Biggs | 2,025 | City in California, USA |
| Concow | 710 | Census-designated place in Butte County, California |
Distance to Other Cities
Magalia distances to largest California cities
