Escalon
The land of peaches and cream! This 7,254 (2013) person town is a fertile area of San Joaquin County. The city is surrounded by scenic agricultural land and wide open spaces. The city’s motto: “Taking pride in our community through quality service” shines through the policies adopted to preserve a family friendly atmosphere and high quality of life. Escalon has a low crime rate, award-winning school district, good quality homes, and a nostalgic downtown. Escalon is a tranquil town that is a great alternative to the rise in home prices. It offers a serene and safe environment that cannot be said by other larger surrounding cities. The surrounding almond and peach orchards, the local wineries, and peaceful dairies create quite an atmosphere. Get away from the hustle and bustle of urban living and give this charming town a try!