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The rolling Sierra Nevada foothills and the mild Mediterranean Climate make Rocklin, California a perfect place for an active lifestyle. Rocklin’s location along Highway 80 between the Bay Area and Tahoe provides easy access to the outdoors. This along with the top-rated schools and entertainment opportunities gained Rocklin a spot in Money Magazine’s Top 50 Places to Live.

Rocklin’s highly rated elementary and high schools maintain top ranking in state and national percentages for test scores, college and career readiness. Rocklin is home to the main campus of Sierra College, one of California’s top community colleges for transfers to California State Universities. With so many sunny days and highly rated schools, Rocklin supports a vibrant tradition of excellence in sports with graduates excelling to join the ranks of great colleges and pro teams.

Along with neighboring Roseville, Rocklin has grown into a major regional shopping destination. Areas along Highways 80 and 65 offer a variety of shopping centers, malls and restaurants. Movie theaters, golf courses and the outdoor adventure area at Quarry Park can keep the whole family busy. With the growth of amenities Rocklin has also seen steady growth in new home communities from entry-level homes, through move-up communities to luxury homes in the hills of Rocklin’s Whitney Ranch and other master planned communities.