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Paramount

California, United States · North America

About Paramount

Paramount works well as a base: 10 minutes from Bellflower, 15km from Aquarium of the Pacific.

Paramount is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 55,412, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Paramount 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 Paramount to your route.

About Paramount

Hay Tree is a historic camphor tree in downtown Paramount, California, United States. The Hay Tree was designated a California Historic Landmark (No. 1038) on August 8, 2003. At the time of planting in 1883 the tree was in the town of Hynes. The towns of Hynes and Clearwater were incorporated into the town of

Read more Paramount in 1948. Paramount was officially incorporated on January 30, 1957. The Hay Tree is 50 feet (15 m) high and surrounded by a small grass park. The Hay Tree is a reminder of the area's busy hay and dairy industry. From 1930 to 1960 the towns of Hyne and Clearwater were known as the “Hay Capital” of the world. The area was also known as “The Milk Shed of Los Angeles” and “The World’s Largest Hay Market.” These titles were given for the vast hay fields and dairy farms in the area. There were over 25,000 milk cows in the towns of Hynes and Clearwater at this time. The price of the Hay on the international markets was set each morning at the Hay Tree. In the 1960s and 1970s the region slowly became an urban area. House and stores replaced milk production. Many of the dairy farms moved to nearby Ontario and Chino. The Hay Tree has both a California State Marker and a city education display. The site also has benches and wooden cow display. The Hay Tree is at the entrance to Paramount Civic center. A local artist wrote and performed a song about the tree.

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Where is Paramount located?

Paramount is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 33.8895 latitude, -118.1598 longitude.

What is the population of Paramount?

Paramount has a population of approximately 55,412 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
55,412
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
33.8895, -118.1598

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911
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911
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Worth the detour from Paramount

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Aquarium of the Pacific

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

15 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Knott's Berry Farm

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

16 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.

19 km · about 20 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.

20 km · about 25 min drive

cafe

The Original Pantry Cafe

A downtown Los Angeles counter-and-booth diner that has served 24 hours a day since 1924 and famously has no lock on the front door. Cash-only, enormous portions, sourdough on every table.

20 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Disneyland Park

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

24 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Disney California Adventure Park

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

24 km · about 30 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.

24 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near Paramount

  • 34 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.
  • 37 kmMulholland DriveWinding road through the Santa Monica Mountains with LA city views

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