Mentone, Census-designated place in San Bernardino County, United States.
Mentone is a census-designated place in eastern San Bernardino County, California, situated in the foothills near the San Bernardino Mountains. The area sits at an elevation of about 500 meters and is traversed by State Route 38, which serves as the main road through the community.
The place was founded in 1888 when the first townsite map was filed, establishing it as a railroad settlement. This early founding shaped how the community grew along the railway routes.
The population of 9,744 residents represents a mix of cultures, with White residents constituting 70.1 percent and Hispanic residents comprising 35.4 percent.
The area is best explored by car, as State Route 38 runs through it and provides access to different parts. Being near the mountains also allows for trips into the surrounding natural areas.
The land configuration of Mentone includes 6.16 square miles of terra firma and 0.01 square miles of water surfaces, creating a defined geographical boundary.
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