Lone Pine, California

Lone Pine is a census-designated place located in Inyo County, California. As of the 2000 census, the CDP had a total population of 1,655. The town is located in the Owens Valley, near the Alabama Hills.

Related Topics:
Census-designated place - Inyo County, California - 2000 - Owens Valley - Alabama Hills

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On March 26, 1872 a very large earthquake destroyed most of the town and killed 27 of its 250-300 residents (see 1872 Lone Pine earthquake).

Related Topics:
March 26 - 1872 - Earthquake - 1872 Lone Pine earthquake

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Much of the local economy is based on tourism, since the town is close to several major tourist destinations; many motels line the main road through town.

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