Old River, CA
- Elevation
- 342 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
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Old River is a tiny, peaceful community nestled in Kern County's Central Valley, just southwest of Bakersfield. With a population of around 120 people, it offers a quiet, slow-paced lifestyle set against a backdrop of open farmland and regional oil fields. Living here means enjoying wide-open skies, generous lot sizes, and a true rural atmosphere, all while keeping the shopping, dining, and job opportunities of greater Bakersfield just a short drive away.
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