I was once camping in the back country of Death Valley with some friends.
They had to go home so I spent the day in Saline Valley (next valley over/big empty place). I met a Cowboy and his Girlfriend who had been stuck there for 24 hours due to a broken down truck. They were really happy to see me.
Gave them a long ride to the nearest town and they gave me a history of the place. Many of the ranches were founded by old Confederate soldiers. Very nice people.
People who think California is just LA and SF have no idea how big and empty some parts are and how different the people are.
I have been to the Saline Valley a few times myself.
Indeed. Here is a pic of where I live (NorCal):
People here are great. :)
Oh, and people get lost up here frequently as well.