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Lake of the Woods, California

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Lake of the WoodsCalifornia

Lake of the Woods is an unincorporated area and census-designated place (CDP) in southwestern Kern County, California. As of the 2020 census, the population was 790..

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About Lake of the Woods

Set in the southern part of California, Lake of the Woods is a small unincorporated community.

Officially, Lake of the Woods is a census-designated place — a real, named community that residents call home, governed at the county level. The community covers 3.54 square miles.

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What Makes Lake of the Woods Unique

  • One of 5 places in the US named Lake of the Woods — but the California one has a character all its own.
  • An unincorporated community — no city hall of its own, which often means lower local taxes and county-managed services.
  • Positioned in southern California, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.

Why People Love It Here

  • Small-town pace of life: less traffic, more community, and neighbors who wave.
  • Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
  • Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 10 miles.

🍽️ Where to Eat in Lake of the Woods

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⚡ Quick Facts

TypeCDP
Population (2024)—
Land area3.54 sq mi
Coordinates34.8271, -118.9973

🌤️ Current Weather

Right now36°F
ConditionsChance Light Rain
Wind5 mph

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🔧 Local Services

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Serving Lake of the Woods, CA
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🗺️ Map of Lake of the Woods