Palo Cedro California Map

About Palo Cedro, California

Palo Cedro is a locality in Shasta County, California, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,685. The population density is 168.1 people per km². Palo Cedro is located at 40.5638°N, 122.2389°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 96073.

Palo Cedro unfolds across a landscape where the foothills of the Cascade Range begin to soften their ruggedness, giving way to rolling terrain dotted with venerable oaks and scattered pine. It lies 8.2 miles east of Redding, CA (from Redding, CA: bearing 101°T), and is situated 8.6 miles north-north-east of Anderson. The air here carries the scent of dry earth and sun-warmed chaparral, a fragrance that deepens as the afternoon sun casts long shadows across the open spaces. Creeks, some year-round and others seasonal trickles, carve gentle paths through the land, their banks fringed with willows and cottonwoods, offering a verdant contrast to the golden hues of the surrounding hills. The sky above Palo Cedro is a vast expanse, frequently painted with dramatic cloud formations that shift and reform with the passing day, and in the quiet of evening, the distant glow of Shasta Lake hints at the watery heart of the region. The history of Palo Cedro is intrinsically linked to the fertile lands and the enduring spirit of those who first settled here, drawn by the promise of agriculture and a life connected to the land. Early endeavors often centered on cattle ranching and the cultivation of crops suited to the climate, a legacy that still informs the local economy, with many residents maintaining ranches or working in agricultural-related industries. The presence of the nearby Sacramento River, though not directly through Palo Cedro itself, has long been a vital artery for commerce and sustenance in the broader region. While Palo Cedro may not boast grand monuments, its character is defined by a quiet resilience, a practical approach to daily life, and a deep appreciation for the natural beauty that forms its backdrop, from the golden meadows to the distant, snow-capped peaks.

About This Palo Cedro Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Palo Cedro, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.563763, -122.238892. 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 Palo Cedro and Shasta County.

Detailed location data for Palo Cedro includes the ZIP code (96073), telephone area code (530), county seat of Shasta County (Redding), and school district assignment (Shasta Union High 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 Palo Cedro is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.