Little River California Map

About Little River, California

Little River is a locality in Mendocino County, California, United States. It is a small community with a population of 94. The population density is 32.6 people per km². Little River is located at 39.2707°N, 123.7883°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 95456.

Little River is a breath of salt-laced air against the rugged Mendocino coast. It lies 72.3 miles north-west of Windsor, CA (from Windsor, CA: bearing 314°T), and is situated 2.6 miles south-south-east of Mendocino. The landscape here is a dramatic interplay of land and sea, where ancient redwood forests, their colossal trunks cloaked in emerald moss, tumble down towards a coastline of crashing waves and sea-sculpted rock formations. The air, perpetually cool and carrying the scent of pine needles and damp earth, often hangs thick with the coastal fog that rolls in like a gentle, white tide, softening the edges of the world and lending a hushed reverence to the towering trees. The terrain itself is a study in contrasts: steep, forested slopes give way to narrow, winding roads that cling precariously to the bluffs, offering fleeting glimpses of the vast, restless Pacific below. The story of Little River is deeply entwined with the logging industry that once defined this stretch of coast, with the ghosts of sawmills and the scent of cut timber lingering in the very air, though the forests now stand in more protected reverence. Today, the local economy is a quieter affair, sustained by tourism drawn to its unspoiled beauty and a burgeoning appreciation for local wine and artisan crafts. Small galleries and charming inns dot the landscape, catering to those seeking solace and inspiration in the raw, untamed spirit of the place. The rhythm of life in Little River is dictated by the ebb and flow of the tides and the slow, deliberate growth of the ancient trees, a steady pulse that has endured for generations, each passing season adding another layer to its enduring character.

About This Little River Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Little River, 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 Little River and Mendocino County.

Detailed location data for Little River includes the ZIP code (95456), telephone area code (408, 669), county seat of Mendocino County (Ukiah), and school district assignment (Mendocino 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 Little River is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.