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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Kern County |
| Elevation[1] | 3,176 ft (968 m) |
Glennville (formerly, Glenville and Linn's Valley)[2] is an unincorporated community in Kern County, California.[1] It is located 30 miles (48 km) north-northeast of Bakersfield,[2] at an elevation of 3176 feet (968 m).[1]
The Linn's Valley post office opened in 1860, changed its name to Glenville in 1872, and closed in 1874.[2] The Glennville post office opened in 1874.[2] The name honors James M. Glenn, blacksmith and early settler.[2] Glennville became the trading center for the surrounding valley after the decline of Lavers' Crossing.[2]