How long is California?

The length of the state of California, USA, can vary depending on how it is measured. Here are the two most commonly referred-to lengths of California:

1. North to South (Lengthwise):

The approximate lengthwise measurement of California from the northernmost point (near the Oregon border) to the southernmost point (near the Mexican border) is approximately 800 miles (1,290 kilometers). This length represents the distance between its two most extreme points along its longitudinal axis.

2. East to West (Widthwise):

Measuring California from east to west, i.e., from its eastern border with Nevada to the western edge along the Pacific Ocean, its approximate width is around 200 miles (320 kilometers) at its widest point. This width represents the maximum distance between its eastern and western boundaries.