Baxter, California
| Baxter | |
|---|---|
| Unincorporated community | |
  Baxter Location in California | |
| Coordinates: 39°12′47″N 120°46′52″W / 39.21306°N 120.78111°WCoordinates: 39°12′47″N 120°46′52″W / 39.21306°N 120.78111°W | |
| Country |
 United States |
| State |
 California |
| County | Placer County |
| Elevation[1] | 3,891 ft (1,186 m) |
Baxter is an unincorporated community in Placer County, California.[1] Baxter is located 3 miles (4.8 km) east of Dutch Flat.[2] It lies at an elevation of 3891 feet (1186 m).[1]
The place originated as a travelers' rest stop.[2] The Baxter post office opened in 1935.[2]
