California State Facts & Information

State Information


  • State Flag: california
  • Abbreviation: CA
  • Constitution: 31st State (September 9, 1850)
    California State Constitution
  • NickName: "The Golden State"
  • State Flower: golden poppy
  • State Tree: California Redwood
    *Tallest Trees in the World
  • State Bird: California Quail
  • State Song: "I Love You California"
  • Land Area: 158,706 sq. mi.
  • Highest Point: 14,494 feet Mt. Whitney
  • Lowest Point: Death Valley; 282 feet below sea level
  • Largest Cities: Sacramento, Oakland, San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego
  • Border States: Arizona (South East), Nevada (East), Oregon (North)
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Last updated on March 15, 2024