Cedar Flat California Map

About Cedar Flat, California

Cedar Flat is a locality in Placer County, California, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,089. The population density is 331.1 people per km². Cedar Flat is located at 39.2103°N, 120.0983°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 96145.

Cedar Flat rests where the granite shoulders of the Sierra Nevada begin their descent towards the western valleys, a place where the air carries the crisp scent of pine and the sun, when it breaks through the canopy, paints the forest floor in shifting patterns of gold. It lies 18.0 miles west of Carson City, NV (from Carson City, NV: bearing 280°T), and is situated 9.3 miles south-south-east of Truckee. The terrain here is a study in gentle slopes and shadowed hollows, where sturdy cedars, their bark a deep, rich cinnamon, stand sentinel alongside ponderosa pines and occasional Douglas firs. A subtle hum of life persists, a quiet symphony of rustling leaves, the scurry of unseen creatures in the undergrowth, and the distant murmur of a creek that threads its way through the landscape. The very soil feels ancient, a mix of decomposed granite and rich duff, supporting a vibrant understory of ferns and manzanita, their leathery leaves catching the muted light. The history of Cedar Flat is deeply intertwined with the timber industry, a legacy evident in the weathered barns and the enduring spirit of self-reliance that characterizes its residents. Generations have found their livelihood among these trees, and while the roar of sawmills has softened, the connection to the land remains a palpable force. The local economy, though diversified now, still holds a deep respect for the natural resources that surround it, with small businesses catering to both locals and the occasional visitor drawn by the promise of mountain air and quietude. Cedar Flat is a place where the past is not forgotten, but rather a quiet undercurrent in the present, a reminder of the enduring human endeavor against a backdrop of timeless natural beauty.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Cedar Flat, California with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Cedar Flat and Placer County.

Detailed location data for Cedar Flat includes the ZIP code (96145), telephone area code (530), county seat of Placer County (Auburn), and school district assignment (Tahoe-Truckee Unified School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Cedar Flat is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.