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Population
154
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
1,357 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Rent
$1,125/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$34,375
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About French Gulch

Tucked in the foothills just west of Redding, French Gulch is a quiet Shasta County community steeped in Gold Rush history. Founded by French miners in 1849, the small town of under 400 residents still feels connected to its past, with historic 19th-century landmarks like the French Gulch Hotel and the old Odd Fellows Hall lining the road. Clear Creek flows right through the area, giving the secluded mountain setting a relaxed pace while keeping Whiskeytown Lake and the surrounding trails close at hand.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingRural FitA+98.7ratingBright SkiesA+97.8rating

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