Why Live in Rancho Calaveras
Rancho Calaveras is a sizeable residential development located in Calaveras County in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Established in the 1960s, it was once the largest subdivision of its kind in California and now has a population of approximately 6,600. The neighborhood features a mix of ranch-style, contemporary, and custom homes built from the 1970s through the 2000s. The area is safer than the national average. Managed by the Rancho Calaveras Property Owner's Association, residents enjoy amenities such as a clubhouse, game room, pool, and various fitness classes. The semi-private La Contenta Golf Club offers bookable tee times and dining at La Contenta Grill. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore New Hogan Lake for fishing, swimming, and boating, or hike the River of Skulls Trail. Shopping and dining options include Terrace Plaza and Valley Oaks Center, with grocery stores like Mar-Val Food Stores and Grocery Outlet. While the area is primarily car-dependent, public transit is available through Calaveras Connect Red Line, which travels more than 40 miles from Valley Springs to Arnold. Medical facilities are accessible, with Valley Springs Health & Wellness Center nearby and Dignity Health Mark Twain Medical Center about 17 miles away. Rancho Calaveras is zoned to the Calaveras Unified School District, with schools like Calaveras High School offering various extracurricular activities. Many residents commute to nearby cities such as Stockton, 30 miles southwest, and Sacramento, 60 miles northwest.
