Explore Calimesa, California, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Calimesa |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Riverside County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 33.987344 |
| Longitude | -117.054211 |
| Population | 10,026 |
| Density | 260.5 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 92320 |
| Area Code | 909 |
| County Seat | Riverside |
| School District | Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District |
Calimesa occupies a high, sun-drenched plateau that defines the transition between the arid lowlands and the rugged terrain of the interior. It lies 2.3 miles south-southwest of Yucaipa, CA (from Yucaipa, CA: bearing 208°T), and is situated 7.8 miles east-southeast of Redlands. The landscape around Calimesa is characterized by a dry, golden expansiveness where the light turns honey-thick during the late afternoon hours. Yucaipa Creek meanders through the landscape just one mile away, carving a modest path through the earth that provides a subtle contrast to the surrounding dry scrub. To the north, the San Bernardino Mountains loom with a quiet, imposing presence on the horizon, while the terrain closer to home remains shaped by the deep, shadowed contours of Wildwood Canyon. Residents enjoy the proximity of the San Bernardino National Forest, which offers a cooler, forested refuge only seven miles from the center of activity.
Calimesa grew from a foundation of agricultural ambition, rooted in the cultivation of orchards that once defined the local economy. The legacy of these early groves lingers in the orderly lines of older trees and the quiet, industrious nature of the local workforce. While the town has shifted toward modern residential and service-based industries, the rhythm of daily life still reflects a deep respect for land management and regional self-reliance. Small enterprises and local businesses form the backbone of the economy, maintaining a steady, reliable pace that avoids the frantic pressures of more dense urban centers. Calimesa keeps a careful balance between its history as a provider of produce and its present role as a stable residential corridor.
Cultural life in Calimesa finds its expression in the simple, shared spaces that bring neighbors together under the vast, clear sky. Creekside Park serves as a focal point for outdoor gatherings, offering a quiet green space where the wind often carries the scent of dry sage and distant pine. For those seeking a more rugged experience, the Morton Ridge Trail provides a demanding path that rewards hikers with expansive views of the region’s complex, folded geology. The atmosphere remains understated and grounded, favoring community events that highlight the quiet beauty of the inland environment rather than grand spectacles. While many travelers pass through on the nearby freeways, Calimesa remains a place defined by its own internal compass and the resilience of its residents.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Calimesa, California. Coordinates: 33.987344, -117.054211. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Calimesa includes the ZIP code (92320), telephone area code (909), county seat of Riverside County (Riverside), and school district assignment (Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |