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North County Inland
ESCONDIDO
Escondido (“Hidden Valley”) has historic charm going back 115 years. Its Grape Day parade is a centennial- old tradition. Just 60 years ago, the community had 5,000 persons— when travel from Downtown would take 2 hours on a two-lane road. Now, Interstate 15 can get you there in 30 minutes. Lake Hodges to the west is a large reservoir with popular bike and hiking trails. There is a unique mix of agriculture, industrial and high tech firms, recreational centers and parks and residential areas here. The California Center for the Arts is a shining cultural icon for art, music and theatre. The 600 acre Welk Resort and Champagne Village, once home to Lawrence Welk, contains upscale timeshares, golf courses, and a theatre that performs live Broadway musicals year round.
VALLEY CENTER
This largely undeveloped community north of Escondido adjacent to Interstate 15 has lots of acreage and agriculture. Large private ranches and gated communities dot the rolling hills surrounding the old- fashioned downtown. Bates Nut Farm rolls out some of the County’s biggest pumpkins each October. Two large Indian casinos have created new jobs and tourism.
FALLBROOK
Rural estate living and a picturesque downtown are components of Fallbrook life. Avocados flourish in the temperate climate about 20 minutes north of Escondido. Huge stones and boulders abound next to 40 foot palm trees. It’s no wonder that this equestrian community has the Top 4H Club in San Diego County.
Rancho Bernardo
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San Dieguito Reservoir