USDA Geographic Eligibility Statistics for California Postal Zip Code 95565

Interested in some fun facts and history about Scotia, CA?
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- Scotia was founded in 1863 by the Pacific Lumber Company, which established it as a company town to support its timber operations. It grew rapidly and became one of the largest redwood lumber mills in the world.
- The town was originally named Forestville, but was renamed Scotia in 1888. The name Scotia comes from the Latin word for Scotland, as many of the early settlers were of Scottish descent.
- The town was designed with a central plaza, which was surrounded by the company store, post office, fire station, hotel, and other important buildings. The PL Company also built houses, schools, churches, and recreational facilities for its workers and their families.
- At its peak, Scotia had a population of over 1,500 people, and was the largest town in Humboldt County. Today, it has a population of around 850 people.
- Scotia's economy has been tied to the timber industry for over a century. The PL Company was the town's largest employer until the company was sold in 2008. Today, the town is home to several smaller logging and sawmill operations.
- Scotia is located in the heart of the redwood forest, and is a popular destination for tourists who want to see the majestic trees. The town has a small museum and visitor center, as well as a public park with hiking trails and picnic areas.
- Several movies have been filmed in Scotia over the years, including "Outbreak" and "The Majestic." The town has also been featured on several television shows, including "Modern Marvels" and "Ax Men."