Keswick California Map

About Keswick, California

Keswick is a locality in Shasta County, California, United States. It is a small community with a population of 240. The population density is 19.5 people per km². Keswick is located at 40.6224°N, 122.4658°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 96001.

Keswick, California, rests within a landscape shaped by the gentle flow of Spring Creek, a waterway that carves its path through the region, offering a constant, murmuring presence. It lies 4.6 miles west-northwest of Redding, CA (from Redding, CA: bearing 302°T), and is situated 6.4 miles southwest of Shasta Lake. The terrain around Keswick is characterized by a series of low, rounded hills, their flanks often covered in a sparse, golden-hued vegetation that turns a deeper ochre under the relentless summer sun. Patches of scrub oak and hardy grasses cling to the slopes, interspersed with the occasional cluster of taller pines, their dark needles a stark contrast to the prevailing earth tones. The air here, especially in the early mornings, carries a crisp, dry quality, hinting at the inland nature of the locale and the distance from any coastal influence. The distant, hazy outline of the Cascade Range can sometimes be glimpsed on exceptionally clear days, a reminder of the larger geological forces that have shaped this part of California. The history of Keswick is intertwined with the exploitation of the region's mineral wealth, a legacy that still whispers through its quiet streets and the remnants of older structures. The local economy, once heavily reliant on mining and timber, has seen a shift, with the nearby Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area drawing visitors who seek out the natural beauty of the surrounding woodlands and the waters of Spring Creek Reservoir. This proximity to protected lands offers a buffer of wildness, a counterpoint to the human endeavors that have marked Keswick's development. The Dry Creek Trail, a popular route for hikers and nature enthusiasts, begins its journey not far from Keswick, inviting exploration into the shaded canyons and open vistas that define this corner of the state. The pace of life in Keswick is unhurried, a reflection of its rural setting and its enduring connection to the land.

About This Keswick Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Keswick, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.622372, -122.465845. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Keswick and Shasta County.

Detailed location data for Keswick includes the ZIP code (96001), telephone area code (530), county seat of Shasta County (Redding), and school district assignment (Shasta Union Elementary School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Keswick is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.