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East La Mirada

California, United States · North America

About East La Mirada

East La Mirada works well as a base: 10 minutes from La Habra, 9km from Knott's Berry Farm.

East La Mirada is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 9,757, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, East La Mirada sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Los Angeles time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add East La Mirada to your route.

About East La Mirada

East Whittier () is an unincorporated community in Los Angeles County, California, United States. The population was 10,394 at the 2020 census, up from 9,757 at the 2010 census. For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined this community as a census-designated place (CDP). The name was changed

Read more from East La Mirada in 2012, likely due to its precise location in relation to the city of Whittier. The previous delineation of East Whittier CDP occurred during the 1960 census, when the area recorded a population of 19,884. This delineation encompassed different boundaries than the current East Whittier, including areas that were annexed to Whittier, California in the 1960s.

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East La Mirada offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is East La Mirada located?

East La Mirada is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 33.9245 latitude, -117.9890 longitude.

What is the population of East La Mirada?

East La Mirada has a population of approximately 9,757 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
9,757
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
33.9245, -117.9890

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911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from East La Mirada

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

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Knott's Berry Farm

America's first theme park in Buena Park, California, known for its Old West Ghost Town and thrilling coasters.

9 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Disneyland Park

Walt Disney's original theme park opened in 1955, the happiest place on earth in Anaheim, California.

14 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Disney California Adventure Park

Anaheim Disney park celebrating California's culture, history, and natural beauty with Pixar and Marvel lands.

15 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Cars Land (Disney California Adventure)

Disney's immersive recreation of Radiator Springs from Pixar's Cars films with the thrilling Radiator Springs Racers ride.

15 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Aquarium of the Pacific

Long Beach aquarium showcasing the diverse marine life of the Pacific Ocean from Southern California to the tropics.

26 km · about 30 min drive

museum

Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum

Drag racing's shrine at the Pomona Fairplex, steps from the historic strip where the NHRA season starts and ends, packed with top fuel dragsters, hot rods and land-speed cars.

27 km · about 30 min drive

restaurant

Philippe the Original

Serving French dip sandwiches since 1908 on sawdust-covered floors with communal tables and long wooden counters. One of Los Angeles's oldest restaurants and a claimant to inventing the French dip.

27 km · about 30 min drive

restaurant

Cole's Pacific Electric Buffet

Open since 1908 in the old Pacific Electric building, with a penny-tile floor, original mahogany bar and a rival claim to the French dip. A hidden speakeasy bar sits behind an unmarked door.

27 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near East La Mirada

  • 47 kmMulholland DriveWinding road through the Santa Monica Mountains with LA city views
  • 48 kmRoute 66 - Santa Monica EndThe 'End of the Trail' sign on Santa Monica Pier marks Route 66's symbolic Pacific terminus, 2,448 miles from Chicago, beside the pier's vintage carousel and Ferris wheel.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near East La Mirada.

La Mirada

🇺🇸 United States

2 km awayPop. 49,520

La Habra

🇺🇸 United States

4 km awayPop. 62,131

La Habra Heights

🇺🇸 United States

5 km awayPop. 5,454

South Whittier

🇺🇸 United States

5 km awayPop. 57,156

Buena Park

🇺🇸 United States

6 km awayPop. 83,270

Whittier

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 87,438

Hacienda Heights

🇺🇸 United States

8 km awayPop. 54,038

Brea

🇺🇸 United States

8 km awayPop. 41,944

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