Northspur, California Explained

Northspur
Settlement Type:Unincorporated community
Pushpin Map:California#USA
Pushpin Label Position:bottom
Pushpin Map Caption:Location in California
Pushpin Image:California Locator Map with US.PNG
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Type1:State
Subdivision Name1:California
Subdivision Type2:County
Subdivision Name2:Mendocino County
Coordinates:39.4228°N -123.5519°W
Elevation M:109
Elevation Ft:358

Northspur is an unincorporated community in Mendocino County, California. It is located on the California Western Railroad 11miles north of Comptche, at an elevation of 358 feet (109 m) at Milepost 20.

At one time Northspur had a population of some 400 people, but declined along with the logging industry in the area. In 1974, there were still a few residents completely dependent on rail service on the California Western for travel into and out of the community.[1] Today Northspur is primarily a stop on the railroad where refreshments and entertainment are available in season.[2]

A post office operated at Northspur from 1910 to 1922.

Notes and References

  1. News: Samson . Ann . 6 Feb 1974 . Skunk line residents left isolated by storm . Ukiah Daily Journal . Ukiah, CA . 18 Dec 2023.
  2. Web site: To Northspur by Skunk Train, in the rain . Reith . Sarah . 23 Feb 2017 . The Mendocino Voice . Mendocino County, CA . 18 Dec 2023 .