Whispering Pines, California
Unincorporated community in California, United States
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Whispering Pines is an unincorporated community in Lake County, California, United States.[1] It is located 8.5 miles (14 km) southwest of Lower Lake,[2] at an elevation of 2641 feet (805 m).[1] It is located south of Loch Lomond. The ZIP Code is 95461. The community is served by area code 707.
Whispering Pines, California | |
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  Whispering Pines, California Location in California  Whispering Pines, California Whispering Pines, California (the United States) | |
| Coordinates: 38°48′49″N 122°42′45″W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Lake |
| Elevation | 2,667 ft (813 m) |
History
Whispering Pines was established as a resort by the Strickler family in the 1930s. The family built most of the accommodations by themselves, including a spring-fed swimming pool and a store. A post office operated from the store from 1935 until 1962.[3] Much of the community was destroyed by the Valley Fire in September, 2015.[4]
Government
In the California State Legislature, Whispering Pines is in the 2nd senatorial district, represented by Democrat Mike McGuire, and in the 4th Assembly district, represented by Democrat Cecilia Aguiar-Curry.[5]
In the United States House of Representatives, Whispering Pines is in California's 5th congressional district, represented by Republican Tom McClintock.[6]
