What states border California?

Arizona, Nevada, Oregon

California shares a land border with 3 U.S. states. Use the map to see each neighbor, then test yourself in a quiz. For capital, abbreviation, nickname, and more, see the full California profile.

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Bordering states list

Arizona

AZ · Phoenix

AZ code guide

Nevada

NV · Carson City

NV code guide

Oregon

OR · Salem

OR code guide

FAQ

What states border California?

California borders Arizona, Nevada, Oregon.

How many states border California?

California has 3 land-bordering states.

Which region is California in?

California is in the West region (Pacific).

How can I practice California borders?

Use the Neighboring States Quiz or Border Chain on StateGuess after reviewing this map.