Orland, CA Homes for Rent

Orland, CA is a small rural town situated along Interstate 5, approximately 100 miles north of Sacramento. Known as the “Queen Bee Capital of North America,” Orland produces over 200,000 queen honeybees annually. The town’s 8,200 residents enjoy easy access to larger cities via Interstate 5 and Highway 32. Housing options include single-family homes, with newer builds on the northern edge and older homes from the 1950s and 60s near East Walker Street. Recreational activities abound with Lely Park and Vinsonhaler Park offering green spaces, baseball diamonds, and tennis courts. Black Butte Lake, located 8 miles west, is popular for boating, fishing, and water skiing, featuring 40 miles of shoreline for camping and picnicking. The Glenn County Fair, held each May, celebrates the town’s agricultural roots with events like a demolition derby and livestock shows. Dining options are concentrated along Walker Street, with a variety of restaurants including sushi, Mexican, and Asian fusion eateries, as well as pizza places and American grills. Orland High School, part of the Orland Joint Unified School District, is highly rated. The town is served by Glenn Transit Service and is bordered by Interstate 5, facilitating travel to Sacramento and Chico. While summers are warm and dry, winters are mild and rainy, with some air pollution due to agricultural activities. Crime rates in Orland have remained steady over the past five years, with no significant increases or decreases reported.