Elk, California
Elk: Located along California State Route 1 on bluffs at an elevation of 135 feet, this coastal community in Mendocino County overlooks the Pacific Ocean near the mouth of Greenwood Creek.
About
Elk is a city located in the county of Mendocino in the U.S. state of California.
Quick Facts about Elk
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Mendocino County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.1302,-123.7178 |
| Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 00:40:35 (7th November 2026) |
Geography
Elk is located at 39°7'49"N 123°43'4"W (39.1301800, -123.7177900).
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Elk River, Greenwood
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Elk, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 118684 | Mendocino College | Ukiah (CA) | 95482 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Elk, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| UKH | Ukiah, California | 711 East Perkins Street | BUS |
| WTS | Willits, California | 200 E. Commercial Street | BUS |
| LTV | Laytonville, California | 44900 Highway 101 | BUS |
| CLV | Cloverdale, California | Citrus Fair Road and Asti Road | BUS |
| LEG | Leggett, California | 69501 Highway 101 North | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Elk.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Elk Post Office | Elk (CA) | 95432 |
Other cities in Mendocino County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Mendocino County , CA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Ukiah | 15,883 | City in Mendocino County, California |
| Fort Bragg | 7,222 | City in Mendocino County, California (United States) |
| Willits | 4,831 | City in California, USA |
| Laytonville | 1,227 | Census-designated place in Mendocino County, California |
| Talmage | 1,130 | Census-designated place in Mendocino County, California |