San Andreas, located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, serves as the county seat of Calaveras County, California. This small town, with a population of approximately 2,900, is rich in gold rush history and is registered as a California Historical Landmark. The area features a mix of home styles, including Victorians, bungalows, ranch-style homes, and contemporary houses, with properties dating from the late 19th century to the 2010s. Subdivisions such as Toyanza, Gold Hunter Gate, and Mountain Ranch offer diverse housing options. The historical commercial area around Main and Saint Charles streets, part of the Golden Chain Highway (Route 49), includes businesses like Momo's Brand - Used Thriftique, Star Donuts, and Gooney's Bar and Grill. Gerald Turner Park and Alex Quinones Community Park provide recreational spaces with amenities like playgrounds, baseball fields, and a disc golf course. Nearby attractions include New Hogan Lake, ideal for boating and fishing, and the California Cavern, the state's longest cavern system. San Andreas is zoned to the Calaveras Unified School District, with schools such as San Andreas Elementary and Calaveras High School. The town hosts events like the Ragin' Cajun Festival and Airport Day, while nearby Angels Camp features the Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee. Though some areas are walkable, San Andreas is largely car-dependent, with public transportation options like the Calaveras Connect Red Line. The closest passenger airport is Stockton Metropolitan Airport, 43 miles southwest.
