Northeast Bakersfield
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Northeast Bakersfield is the northeast region of Bakersfield
, California
. Starting south and traveling clockwise, it is roughly bounded by East Brundage Ld, Mt. Vernon Ave, Columbus Ave, Union Ave, and the Kern River
. Other boundaries are the city limits.
Some areas of northeast Bakersfield, particularly the Bakersfield Country Club
and homes along Panorama Drive on the Bluffs, are the most affluent neighborhoods in Bakersfield. Overall however, the Northeast is predominantly middle and upper class. It includes East Hills Mall, the city's second indoor shopping mall, which has done poorly in the recent economic downturn. It also includes Bakersfield's community college, Bakersfield College
, located in Northeast Bakersfield..
Unlike most of Bakersfield, which sits on the flat valley floor floodplain, northeast Bakersfield is situated along rolling hills that formed a series of bluffs and are about 450 feet (137 m) higher in elevation than the rest of the city. The Panorama Bluffs provide views of the Kern River oilfields, Oildale and downtown Bakersfield
.
. That location for the college was constructed in 1956 (the college was originally founded in 1917).
A major attraction to the area is the Kern River County Park
, a large recreation area which includes: Hart Park, California Living Museum
(CALM), Lake Ming
, and Kern River Golf Course
. This is also the location for the Rio Bravo Country Club
. There were also the Mesa Marin Raceway
and Rio Bravo Resort, but both have closed.
In the foothills on the northern part of the neighborhood is an extensive network of trails. The trails are used for: hiking, equestrian, ATV’s, and dirt bikes. Although these trails exist, there is currently a lack of staging areas. As a result, people park their vehicles to the side of city roads to access them.
Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield is a city near the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley in Kern County, California. It is roughly equidistant between Fresno and Los Angeles, to the north and south respectively....
, California
California
California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state, and the third-largest by land area...
. Starting south and traveling clockwise, it is roughly bounded by East Brundage Ld, Mt. Vernon Ave, Columbus Ave, Union Ave, and the Kern River
Kern River
The Kern River is a river in the U.S. state of California, approximately long. It drains an area of the southern Sierra Nevada mountains northeast of Bakersfield. Fed by snowmelt near Mount Whitney, the river passes through scenic canyons in the mountains and is a popular destination for...
. Other boundaries are the city limits.
Overview
Growth in the northeast started in the early 1950s. In preparation of future growth, a large section of land, extending to Kern River Canyon, were incorporated into the city. However, by the 1960s, growth shifted primarily to the southwest, leaving much of the land undeveloped. The area started to see increased growth in the late 90’s, but has slowed in the late 2000s.Some areas of northeast Bakersfield, particularly the Bakersfield Country Club
Bakersfield Country Club
Bakersfield Country Club is an 18-hole private golf course located in Bakersfield, California. The course is 6,819 yards on hilly terrain, designed by William P. Bell. Being located in the foothills of northeast Bakersfield makes this one of the few courses within Kern County that is naturally hilly...
and homes along Panorama Drive on the Bluffs, are the most affluent neighborhoods in Bakersfield. Overall however, the Northeast is predominantly middle and upper class. It includes East Hills Mall, the city's second indoor shopping mall, which has done poorly in the recent economic downturn. It also includes Bakersfield's community college, Bakersfield College
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield College is a public community college located in Bakersfield, California, USA. Bakersfield College has an official Twitter account at @bcrenegades and an official...
, located in Northeast Bakersfield..
Unlike most of Bakersfield, which sits on the flat valley floor floodplain, northeast Bakersfield is situated along rolling hills that formed a series of bluffs and are about 450 feet (137 m) higher in elevation than the rest of the city. The Panorama Bluffs provide views of the Kern River oilfields, Oildale and downtown Bakersfield
Downtown Bakersfield
Downtown in the central business district for Bakersfield, California. Located in the heart of the city, it is easily accessible from all its other parts. It is also reemerging as the center of Bakersfield’s arts, culture and entertainment sectors...
.
College Heights
College Heights is almost exclusively a residential neighborhood. It is generally bounded by Panorama Drive, Fairfax Avenue, Columbus Avenue, and River Blvd. It is one of the oldest neighborhoods in the region, and it saw growth in the early to mid 50’s. The centerpiece of the neighborhood is Bakersfield CollegeBakersfield College
Bakersfield College is a public community college located in Bakersfield, California, USA. Bakersfield College has an official Twitter account at @bcrenegades and an official...
. That location for the college was constructed in 1956 (the college was originally founded in 1917).
Rio Bravo
Rio Bravo is a mixture of residential and commercial. It generally refers to the land in the valley east of Morning Dr. Although much of the land has been incorporated into the city, it is mostly rural. Given the size of the area, it is likely that more neighborhoods will develop within Rio Bravo.A major attraction to the area is the Kern River County Park
Kern River County Park
Kern River County Park is a large recreation facility located just north of Bakersfield, California. The facility is , and includes a park, zoo, golf course, and other amenities. The complex is served by Alfred Harrell Highway. The segment to the west of the park was built as a 4-lane local freeway...
, a large recreation area which includes: Hart Park, California Living Museum
California Living Museum
The California Living Museum is a zoo and living museum in Bakersfield, California. The primary focuses are plants and animals that are native to California, specifically Kern County. It is a part of the Kern River County Park.The zoo has been accredited by the Zoological Association of...
(CALM), Lake Ming
Lake Ming
Lake Ming is a manmade recreational lake located in Bakersfield, California. It is primarily a motorboat and waterskiing lake, although sailboats are allowed the 2nd full weekend each month, and every Tuesday and Thursday after 1:30 pm. Lake Ming also has fishing. The primary fishes are largemouth...
, and Kern River Golf Course
Kern River Golf Course
Kern River Golf Course is a public golf course located in Kern River County Park along the Kern River just north of Bakersfield, California. It is one of three courses owned and managed by the County of Kern Parks & Recreation division. The golf course is a part of the Kern River County Park.The...
. This is also the location for the Rio Bravo Country Club
Rio Bravo Country Club
Rio Bravo Country Club is an 18-hole private golf course located in the foothills in northeast Bakersfield, California. The course is 7,000 yards on hilly terrain designed by Robert Muir Graves. Since the course is located in the northeast, it is one of a few courses that are naturally hilly...
. There were also the Mesa Marin Raceway
Mesa Marin Raceway
Mesa Marin Raceway was a NASCAR affiliated oval racetrack located in Bakersfield, California from 1977 until 2005. It was leveled in the fall of 2005 after being sold to developers....
and Rio Bravo Resort, but both have closed.
In the foothills on the northern part of the neighborhood is an extensive network of trails. The trails are used for: hiking, equestrian, ATV’s, and dirt bikes. Although these trails exist, there is currently a lack of staging areas. As a result, people park their vehicles to the side of city roads to access them.