Scales, California
Scales: Situated in the northern Sierra Nevada mountains within Sierra County at an elevation of 4,334 feet, this remote settlement was originally established as a Gold Rush mining camp.
About
Scales is a city located in the county of Sierra in the U.S. state of California.
Quick Facts about Scales
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Sierra County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.5982,-120.9925 |
| Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 18:24:30 (6th November 2026) |
| Weather | 69℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Scales is located at 39°35'54"N 120°59'33"W (39.5982300, -120.9924500).
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Weather
69°F
Sunny
2 to 9 mph NE
Today
Sunny. High near 69, with temperatures falling to around 61 in the afternoon. Northeast wind 2 to 9 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Scales, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 114433 | Feather River Community College District | Quincy (CA) | 95971-9124 |
Nearby Transit Stations (18)
Rail and bus stations connected to Scales, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GRS | Grass Valley, California | 125 E. Main Street | BUS |
| ORV | Oroville, California | Hwy 70 and Grand Ave. | BUS |
| COX | Colfax | 99 Railroad St. at Church St. | RAIL |
| SOD | Soda Springs, California | 22002 Donner Pass Rd. | BUS |
| MRV | Marysville, California | I Street between 8th and 9th | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Scales.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Goodyears Bar Post Office | Goodyears Bar (CA) | 95944 |