Tehachapi (/ t ə ˈ h æ tʃ ə p i / ⓘ; Kawaiisu: Tihachipia, meaning "hard climb") [7] [8] is a city in Kern County, California, United States, in the Tehachapi Mountains, at an elevation of 3,970 feet (1,210 m), [4] between the San Joaquin Valley and the Mojave Desert.

Tehachapi City Hall. 115 S Robinson Street Tehachapi, CA 93561. Phone: 661-822-2200

Tehachapi is located outside of Southern California’s congested highly populated areas and outside of the drier hotter deserts and valleys surrounding it. Our higher elevation and mountain locale epitomizes outdoor living at its best.

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1 day ago · Clare Scotti, executive director of the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce, points to a blank wall on the side of the chamber's building that will soon be graced by a reproduction of the "Tehachapi Loop" mural. The arrastra — or stone ore mill — shown at left will be relocated to another downtown area.

With a population of around 12,000, Tehachapi offers a small-town atmosphere surrounded by natural beauty. Its location between the San Joaquin Valley and the Mojave Desert gives it a unique geography, featuring both rolling hills and mountainous terrain. Tehachapi is famous for the Tehachapi Loop, a historic railroad engineering marvel.

Located in the mountains between the Central Valley and the Mojave desert, Tehachapi is the perfect retreat for those seeking outdoor adventure, wildlife, breweries, wine country, and entertainment.

Fly Kites at Tehachapi’s Wind Festival! The Tehachapi Wind Festival is returning for its second year in a row on April 26th. This incredible event brought in families from across Kern County to beautiful Meadowbrook Park last year and the skies were full of colorful kites.

Nestled in the mountains of Kern County, Tehachapi is a vibrant small town known for its scenic beauty, rich history, and strong sense of community. Located at an elevation of 4,000 feet, Tehachapi enjoys all four seasons, offering stunning landscapes from snow-dusted winters to warm, sunny summers.

Apr 6, 2025 · Tehachapi is a mountain oasis, positioned between the arid Mojave Desert and sprawling valleys. Its weather is unlike adjacent areas, as the elevation provides pleasant summers and cool temperatures. Wind is common (and the source of the local wind industry). Snow can be expected during wint…