Cherokee, California
Cherokee: Situated in the Sierra Nevada foothills of Tuolumne County at an elevation of 2831 feet, this rural area originated as a California Gold Rush camp.
About
Cherokee is a city located in the county of Tuolumne in the U.S. state of California.
Quick Facts about Cherokee
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Tuolumne County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 37.9816,-120.2477 |
| Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 00:12:21 (16th September 2026) |
| Weather | 57℉ Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Cherokee is located at 37°58'54"N 120°14'52"W (37.9815900, -120.2476900).
Cherokee map
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Weather
Clear, with a low around 57. East northeast wind around 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Cherokee, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 112561 | Columbia College | Sonora (CA) | 95370 |
Nearby Transit Stations (29)
Rail and bus stations connected to Cherokee, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| YOW | Yosemite National Park (White Wolf), California | Old Tioga ROad at Highway 120 East | BUS |
| YOF | Yosemite National Park (Crane Flat), California | Old Tioga Pass Highway (Highway 120 East) | BUS |
| EPL | El Portal, California | 11136 Highway 140 | BUS |
| MDP | Midpines, California | 6979 Highway 140 | BUS |
| MRM | Mariposa, CA | Highway 140 and 7th Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Cherokee.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Soulsbyvill Post Office | Soulsbyville (CA) | 95372 |
Other cities in Tuolumne County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Tuolumne County , CA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sonora | 4,833 | City in California |
| Mono Vista | 3,127 | Census-designated place in Tuolumne County, California |
| East Sonora | 2,266 | Census-designated place in Tuolumne County, California |
| Twain Harte | 2,226 | Census-designated place in Tuolumne County, California |
| Soulsbyville | 2,215 | Census-designated place in Tuolumne County, California |
| Tuolumne City | 1,779 | Census-designated place in Tuolumne County, California |