Atlas, California
Atlas is an unincorporated community in Napa County, California.[1] It lies at an elevation of 1719 feet (524 m).[1] Atlas is located 8 miles (13 km) north-northwest of Mount Vaca and 1.5 miles (2.4 km) south-southeast of Atlas Peak.[2]
Atlas | |
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  Atlas Location in California  Atlas Atlas (the United States) | |
| Coordinates: 38°25′45″N 122°14′53″W | |
| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County | Napa County |
| Elevation | 1,719 ft (524 m) |
Atlas, named for nearby Atlas Peak, was founded as a resort community.[2] The Atlas post office opened in 1893, moved in 1894, and closed in 1934.[2]
References
- U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Atlas, California
- Durham, David L. (1998). California's Geographic Names: A Gazetteer of Historic and Modern Names of the State. Clovis, Calif.: Word Dancer Press. p. 597. ISBN 1-884995-14-4.
Municipalities and communities of Napa County, California, United States | ||
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| Cities and towns |  Napa County map | |
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